Beam Therapeutics
mRNA Science Co-op
Cambridge, MA · Intern · Internship
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About the role
- Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines.
- To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities.
- This has the potential to enable a wide range of therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and culture mammalian cell lines for mRNA expression studies.
- Perform transfection experiments to evaluate mRNA constructs with different sequence designs and chemical modifications.
- Collaborate with other teams to support cell-based editing and mRNA evaluation studies.
- Maintain detailed documentation of experiments in the ELN system.
- This position will involve testing multiple mRNA samples using established experimental workflows and generating high-quality data to support mRNA research efforts.
Requirements
- Experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
- Experience with mammalian cell transfection and cell-based assays.
- Experience maintaining a laboratory notebook and following written protocols.
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-granting college or university program and maintain their student status throughout the duration of the co-op.
- Pursuing a BS or MS in Biological Sciences or a related field (Bioengineering, Biochemistry/Biophysics, Cell Biology/Molecular Biology, or similar).
- At least one year of relevant hands-on laboratory experience.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive experimental workflows with consistency and accuracy.
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis.
- Highly motivated to learn, with a collaborative mindset, strong organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with protein expression analysis or related biochemical assays.
- Experience with molecular cloning, plasmid DNA preparation, and in vitro transcription (IVT).
- Familiarity with mRNA biology, gene expression studies, or nucleic acid therapeutics.
Compensation
- Co-op Hourly Pay Range
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