IB Intern - Lab Intern

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.
Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

This position is a full-time paid internship with the Research & Development department where the candidate will gain hands on experience and training under supervision of scientists and research associates on basic day-to-day Biosafety level 1 (BSL-1) laboratory techniques, i.e. buffer prep, cell culture, plasmid isolation, PCR, and protein purification. The candidate will be able to interact with R&D directors, scientists and  staff. This is an opportunity for an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student to be exposed to the day-to-day activities of a research lab, such as but not limited to: safety considerations, waste management, as well as experimental design and data presentation.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to company work hours, policies and procedures.
• Adhere to company policies governing confidentiality and the handling of confidential information.
• Observe and train in lab safety concepts. 
• Attend and participate in department lab meetings to learn about scientific principles, techniques and potential project opportunities that could present themselves, including but not guaranteed are:
  • Basic lab – pipetting, buffer prep
  • Molecular biology – plasmid isolation, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis
  • Cell biology – sterile technique, cell culture
  • Biochemistry – antibody purification
• Assist scientists and research associates with research experiments by performing basic tasks, such as buffer and media prep. 
• Prepare for and utilize opportunities of learning such as presentations
• Submit on time and with consistency all work assignments to the internship supervisor. 
• Provide internship supervisor with periodic progress reports as needed.

Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age and currently pursuing or completed an undergraduate degree in Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or similar
• Completion of a college level biology or chemistry class 
• Completion of at least one molecular biology or genetics course (or equivalent lab experience)
• Prior research experience in an academic or industry laboratory setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to the company setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and hard-working 
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to take direction and multi-task
• Able to work in a team
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Conducts self professionally with a courteous, enthusiastic and critical approach to assignments. 

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• Working environment is onsite in a research lab space equipped with biosafety cabinets for cell culture and equipment sufficient to complete the tasks described above.
• The lab environment will include potential exposure to BSL-2 due to Adenovirus work that occasionally occurs onsite.  This position will be learning BSL-1 techniques.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The hourly base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$22.00 per hour

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.