Job Description: Internship
We are currently looking for a Nanoparticle Fabrication Intern to play a critical role in nanoparticle fabrication, synthesis, and characterization. We are also seeking a Cell/Molecular Biology Intern to assist the Liquidia Biology team with various tasks and projects. Full and part-time internships are available for spring and summer 2010. Compensation will be provided based on experience.
Nanoparticle Fabrication Internship Description:
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Work in a hands-on laboratory environment to assist senior scientists with production, manufacturing, and analysis of nanoparticles |
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Assist in project research and experimental design |
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Conduct laboratory experiments and analyze nanoparticle products |
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Test, produce, prototype, and assist with new product development of nanoparticles |
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Operate and maintain production and laboratory equipment for nanoparticles processing |
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Other duties as required for maintenance and upkeep of the laboratory environment |
Nanoparticle Fabrication Internship Requirements:
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Bachelors or Masters degree (received or in progress) in chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering or related field. |
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Creativity, attention to detail, strong analytical skills |
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Hands-on laboratory experience beyond class requirements |
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists |
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Undergraduate students are encouraged to apply |
Cell/Molecular Biology Internship Description:
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Assist with design and execution of key experiments for analysis of nanoparticle therapeutic agents (e.g. intracellular localization of drugs by florescent and electron microscopy) |
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Conduct in vitro and in vivo studies to analyze nanoparticle binding, uptake, internalization, and toxicity |
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Analyze and interpret data from in vitro and in vivo studies |
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Present results in team discussions and written technical reports |
Cell/Molecular Biology Internship Requirements:
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B.S. (received or in progress) in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology or related field |
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Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply |
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Academic or industry laboratory experience |
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Internship or full-time experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry (preferred) |
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Cell culture and microscopy experience |
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In vitro cell-based assay development, including cell binding and pharmacological assays |
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Experience with nucleic acid therapeutics including siRNA (preferred) |
About Liquidia:
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We are committed to advancing precisely engineered products that profoundly impact the lives of our customers, consumers, doctors and patients. |
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Liquidia is proud of its cultural values and strives for excellence, innovation, and passion in everything that we do |
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Liquidia was founded in 2004 on the discoveries of Professor Joseph DeSimone at UNC-Chapel Hill |
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We are located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina |
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to careers@liquidia.com. Reference “Internship” in the subject line when corresponding about this position.
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