Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of drug development
Hummingbird Bioscience is an innovative clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing precision therapies against hard-to-drug targets to improve treatment outcomes. We harness the latest advances in systems biology and data science to better understand and solve the underlying causes of disease and guide development of our therapeutics.
Enabled by our proprietary Rational Antibody Discovery platform, we discover antibodies against optimal yet elusive epitopes on important targets that have not been successfully drugged, unlocking novel mechanisms of action. We are advancing a rich pipeline of first- and best-in-class precision therapies in oncology and autoimmunity, in collaboration with global partners in academia and industry.
Our highly experienced teams in the US and Singapore span antibody discovery, pharmacology, production and clinical development. Together we aim to accelerate the journey of new drugs from concept to clinical care. For more information, please visit www.hummingbirdbioscience.com, and follow Hummingbird Bioscience on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Intern, Molecular Biologist
About the Role:
Hummingbird Bioscience is seeking for an intern to join and contribute to a fast-paced team with antibody discovery platform and ample opportunity to grow with the company.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in designing, executing, and analysing laboratory experiments using standard biochemistry techniques.
- Assisting in drafting, writing and editing internal scientific reports and research records.
- Work closely with supervisor and peers to meet project deadlines.
- Contribute to the overall safety and organization of the laboratory.
- Keep updated inventory of project stocks and re-order when required.
- Possess flexibility to adapt to sudden changes in direction according to project requirements.
- Demonstrate attendance and punctuality, consistency in carrying out instructions, accuracy & attention to detail, achieving expected results & continuous improvement.
- Maintain an integral role in the laboratory's meetings, presentations, and publications. Present information on research and laboratory work to others at laboratory meetings.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced high-pressure R&D setting.
Essential Qualifications:
- Final year University students majoring in Biology or any related field.
- Knowledge in Immunology and antibody-based assays a plus.
- Experience in basic molecular biology techniques: DNA extraction and purification, PCR, DNA sequences analysis is highly desired.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Disciplined, well-organized, and positive attitude.
- Fast learner. Ability to work independently.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate results and thoughts concisely and clearly in a timely manner.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience with basic molecular biology techniques is highly desired.
- Experience with ELISA and cell culture handling is a plus.
Hummingbird Bioscience is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Singapore and US federal, state and local laws and/or guidelines that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, protected veteran status and other protected classifications.
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