Intern Nouveau
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The Position
We are seeking an intern to join the NABM department and support our pooled screening tasks in immortalized cell lines as well as in terminally differentiated, non-dividing cells. You will work closely with a postdoctoral researcher for a duration of 9-12 months.
The Opportunity
You will join the Nucleic Acid-based Medicine department within the Therapeutic Modalities function in pRED. Our work integrates precise DNA delivery methods, functional screening, and iterative molecule optimization to identify effective genetic constructs. The overarching goal is to develop next generation genomic medicines for the treatment of devastating disorders.
The internship will provide the opportunity to:
- Gain practical experience in high-throughput functional genomics and pool screens
- Learn best practices for pooled screen design, assay development, and data analysis
- Broaden exposure to gene therapies and drug development
- Work closely within multidisciplinary research teams
Who you are
You are a student (or you graduated within 12 months prior to the start date) preferably in the subject of Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics or similar, and have an interest in drug discovery and gene therapy. The internship offers the possibility for writing a Master/Diploma thesis.
The following skills are desired for the internship:
- Proficiency in mammalian cell culture
- Familiarity with the principles and workflows of pooled library screens
- Hands-on experience with RNA and DNA isolation
- Hands-on experience with molecular biology methods (PCR, cloning, western blot)
- Exposure to NGS workflows and basic understanding of sequencing data interpretation
- Optional but beneficial: experience with FISH (fluorescence in situ hybridization), fluorescence microscopy, and digital PCR (dPCR)
- Reliable and accurate working style
- Self-sufficient, problem-solving work habits
- A proactive and collaborative personality
- Proficiency in English
Application Process:
The application deadline is 12.09.2025. The Internship will start in 2025 and has a duration of 9-12 months. Please indicate your preferred start date and duration in your application.
Your complete application includes the following documents:
- A Current CV;
- A certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying) OR a copy of your degree. If you want to use this opportunity to do a Master’s or Diploma thesis, please highlight this in your application;
- For Non-EU/EFTA citizens: Due to regulations, you must provide a certificate issued by your university stating that an Internship is mandatory for your studies and you must be enrolled during the entire duration of the internship.
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
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