Job Description: Cell/Molecular Biology Internship
Liquidia Technologies Inc. is a privately-held nanotechnology company that designs, develops, and manufactures precisely engineered particles and films for a wide variety of life and materials science applications. Liquidia's proprietary PRINT™ platform is unique in its ability to replicate and produce nanoscale features with independent control of feature size, shape, and composition.
Description:
The Cell/Molecular Biology Intern will assist the Liquidia Biology team with various tasks and projects. Primary responsibilities include:
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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 |
Requirements:
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B.S. 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) |
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The successful candidate is a highly motivated team player with a commitment to quality and attention to detail, strong problem solving skills and good communication skills. |
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 was founded in 2004 on the discoveries of Professor Joseph DeSimone at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill |
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In March 2007 Liquidia raised $16 million in a Series B round of financing led by New Enterprise Associates |
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We are located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina |
To apply: Send cover letter and resume to careers@liquidia.com.
