Job Details
Research Intern
2026-01-30 Synthego Redwood City,CA
Description:
$20 - $25 an hour
Our Mission
Synthego® is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting-edge CRISPR technology and expertise. Our mission is to provide unparalleled access to CRISPR solutions at scale, empowering applications from Discovery to Clinic. Driven by a visionary approach, we strive to accelerate the therapeutic development process with best-in-class CRISPR solutions, simplified licensing & expert guidance, driving the adoption and success of CRISPR-based therapies to benefit all patients.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Synthego is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting-edge CRISPR technology and expertise.
This summer we are opening our doors and looking to welcome a Research Intern to partner with our Synthegoats on RNA synthesis and analysis. This role is for someone pursuing a degree in biology, chemistry, or bioengineering, and trying to gain some on-the-job experience in biotech.
This opportunity is a 10-week paid internship running from June to August.
What You'll Do:
- Learn about Synthego's RNA synthesis, purification, and analysis processes
- Learn how to operate and develop new analytical methods, including high-performance liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and next-generation sequencing
- Learn the manufacturing workflow of synthetic RNA
- Use experimental design principles
- Perform data analysis and present findings
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with industry professionals
- Opportunity to participate in networking events and company meetings
- Pursuing a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, or other similar degrees
- Interest in learning about synthetic RNA/DNA
- Interest in learning about process & assay development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to multi-task and prioritize work effectively
- Ability to work for 10 weeks within a period in June to August
- Experience with working in labs
- Experience with Python
- Good presentation skills
- Experience with pipetting
- School credit if applicable
- Letter of reference
- Competitive pay
- Free catered lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays
$20 - $25 an hour
Our Mission
Synthego® is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting-edge CRISPR technology and expertise. Our mission is to provide unparalleled access to CRISPR solutions at scale, empowering applications from Discovery to Clinic. Driven by a visionary approach, we strive to accelerate the therapeutic development process with best-in-class CRISPR solutions, simplified licensing & expert guidance, driving the adoption and success of CRISPR-based therapies to benefit all patients.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.