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Position Title: Biotechnology Research Intern
Posting Date: July 2, 2014
Location: San Diego, CA
Requisition Number: 140702
Dept: Research & Development
Report to: Senior Scientist
Position Type: Internship
Biomatrica Inc. is a dynamic Biotechnology Company focused on Biostabilization. We develop
technology to prevent degradation at ambient temperature of biological material, including
assays, nucleic acids, proteins, bacteria, cells and patient samples. Biomatrica uses a
biomimicry approach to develop its core technology, based on extremophile biology.
Biomatrica’s award winning technology is changing the world of life sciences and impacts a
diverse range of disciplines including basic research, biobanking, forensics, molecular
diagnostics and personalized medicine.
We know that people are responsible for our success and we value our employees and interns.
Our commitment is to create a work environment where feeling valued, respected, and
empowered is a daily experience.
Position Summary:
Biomatrica is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist our Research & Product
Development scientists. The Biotechnology Research Intern will work closely with Senior
Scientists and the rest of the scientific team to explore and advance technology development
projects. In particular we are interested in finding a highly motivated individual that is committed
to quality research, demonstrates an entrepreneurial spirit, communicates well, and is capable
and enthusiastic about working as part of a team in biotechnology. This position is an excellent
opportunity for an undergraduate or recent college graduate to gain experience in the
biotechnology industry.
Internship Description:
The Biotechnology Research Intern will conduct hands-on experimentation under the guidance
of full-time scientists. The intern will help the Research and Product Development team meet
timelines to support product development or research projects. This position will allow the intern
to gain experience following technical protocols, organizing lab resources and analyzing data.
The intern will be given the opportunity to learn to design experiments independently or with
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minimal guidance. The intern will also gain experience presenting data and status updates to
Biomatrica scientists.
Primary Internship Activities:
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Laboratory experiments to support research or development projects in a collaborative,
team-oriented atmosphere
Data analysis
Data presentation to supervisor or the scientific team
Laboratory organization
General laboratory maintenance including cleaning and media preparation
Minimum Essential Skills and Experience:
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Currently enrolled in a junior college or four year university, or recently awarded a degree
(within the past two years)
Seeking an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in biochemistry, molecular biology,
microbiology, biotechnology or other life sciences-related field
Comfortable working with biological specimens, including human blood samples
Competent in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Good communication skills
Independent and self-motivated learner
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
The ability to interact professionally, clearly and kindly with individuals in the company at
all times
Laboratory experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology or related
discipline (applicable course experience can fulfill this requirement)
Desired Technical Skills and Abilities:
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Analyzing and reporting data in a research setting
Proper laboratory notebook maintenance
If you are looking for an internship with growth potential in an exciting industry, please forward
your Cover Letter and Resume to: [email protected]. (Please send attachments in MS
Word or PDF format only with your name as first part of the document name). If you have
experience relevant to the technical skills indicated above, please specify in your cover letter. No
relocation reimbursement is offered for this position. For immediate consideration, please note
“Biotechnology Research Intern” in the Subject Line of your email.
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