Research & Development Intern - Microbiologics : Job Details

Description We are currently looking to add a Research & Development Intern to our team in St. Cloud, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in performing research projects, development of new products and processes, and validations. The intern will gain practical laboratory experience in microorganism culture, enumeration via PCR, lyophilization, and use of laboratory equipment and technology. What can I expect in this role? The internship is from May-August. The intern will work Monday-Friday normal business hours. Some key duties in this role include:

• The R&D Intern will primarily be responsible for development, testing, and data analysis of processes related to the development of lyophilized and liquid microorganism products. These may include, but are not limited to:
• Culturing and counting techniques of microorganisms.
• Production and lyophilization of microorganism products.
• Performing nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, and ddPCR.
• Good documentation practices and data presentation.
• Attend Granite Partners Internship Bridge meetings.
• Create and present capstone project.
• Attend internal Internship program meetings.
• Perform other duties within the R&D department or other areas as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Observe all company policies, rules, and safety practices.

What makes you a good fit? Our goal is finding the right individual for our team - we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family. Here is what we are looking for:Education/Experience

• Must be a student at a Minnesota College or University with a minimum of 60 credit hours.
• Majoring in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Microbiology, or related field
• in an accredited U.S. College.
• Practical laboratory experience with knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Familiarity with Molecular Biology techniques and PCR.
• Willingness to work with pathogenic microorganisms.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and Minitab preferred.
• Experience in research and knowledge of basic statistics preferred.
• 18 years of age or older.
• In good academic standing (2.50+ GPA).
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test

Who is Microbiologics? Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world's leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan. What can we offer you? Glad you asked! Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that great vision without great people is irrelevant. That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world. If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!