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Summer Intern, Process Sciences
At Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals Inc. our mission is to deliver breakthrough therapies in oncology and rare diseases to patient populations with high unmet needs and limited treatment options. Our belief is that every time we care for a single person, we make the whole world better. We are the US pharmaceutical subsidiary of Pierre Fabre Laboratories Worldwide, a foundation-owned company with 7 decades of impact. Pierre Fabre Laboratories is a truly global healthcare company, established in 43 countries, with products distributed in 119 territories across the globe. Pierre Fabre's foundation ownership enhances our ability to focus on creating long-term value for patients.
Building on the legacy of Pierre Fabre Laboratories, innovation is our life blood and patient experience drives everything we do. We aspire to design and develop therapeutic solutions inspired by patients and healthcare professionals; draw on science and nature as perpetual sources of inspiration; develop long-term partnerships with researchers and innovators worldwide; and place pharmaceutical ethics and climate transition at the heart of our action.
Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in Parsippany, NJ alongside Pierre Fabre USA Inc., a Pierre Fabre Laboratories subsidiary focused on dermatology and cosmetics.
SUMMARY:
The Summer Intern, Process Development with assist with and independently perform various research and development tasks, laboratory work, and data analysis in the Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals Process Development lab for the development of cell therapy process development. The intern will be trained on all necessary safety requirements and assigned a project aimed at optimizing a commercial cell therapy manufacturing process. The intern will gain knowledge and experience around aseptic cell culture techniques, cell therapy process development, cell based analytical techniques, and statistical data analysis.
Internship will be a part time position, typically working on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for approximately 4-6 hours per day; up to 6 hours per day, 3 days per week. Hours may vary slightly depending on ongoing lab activities. The intern will be reporting into the Senior Director, Process Sciences. This internship will end approximately August 22nd.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Train on all relevant laboratory safety procedures
- Learn relevant aseptic cell culture techniques
- Execute pre-defined study designed to optimize a commercial cell therapy manufacturing process
- Maintain multiple cell cultures on an ongoing basis throughout internship
- Learn and perform analytical methods including cell counting, viability, flow cytometry, proliferation rate
- Documents laboratory procedures and experiments with great attention to detail
- Learn and perform statistical data analysis
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Current high school or undergraduate student with good academic standing
- Ability to learn quickly and translate training into independent execution of laboratory activities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Subject to extended periods of sitting and/or standing, vision to monitor and moderate noise levels. Work is generally performed in a wet laboratory or office environment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LOCATION:
- Aurora, CO
SALARY RANGE: $20/hour
This range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions within the applicable job grade. The actual salary offer will depend on a range of factors including experience, education, location, and other relevant qualifications. This position is also eligible for a Pierre Fabre bonus, commission, or incentive program in addition to the base pay.
Employees may be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, paid company holidays, and paid parental leave. Additional offerings include employee discounts on our products, professional development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs.
Benefits of being a Pierre Fabre Employee
Join Pierre Fabre for competitive benefits including three medical plans, dental and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) plan, and more! Our offerings also include a hybrid work policy, a generous
PTO policy and company holidays, paid parental leave, discounts on our products, learning and development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs, creating a well-rounded work experience for our employees.
Pierre Fabre
Pierre Fabre has been recognized by Forbes as one of the "World's Best Employers" for the 3rd year running.
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