Septerna · 4 hours ago
Summer Research Intern - Molecular and Cellular Biology (Undergraduate level)
South San Francisco, California, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hrSepterna is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA on a mission to develop life-changing medicines for patients. The Research Intern program offers hands-on experience in cell-based assay development within the Molecular and Cellular Biology research team, providing the opportunity to contribute to innovative drug discovery projects.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyMedicalSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ownership of a challenging project
Contribute directly to Septerna’s internal cell-based assay development
Work alongside exceptional scientists in the field of GPCR drug discovery
Participate in weekly project team meetings
Build a network of drug hunters
Provide a final presentation of project work to senior leaders
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelors (enrolled student) in molecular biology, cellular biology, chemical biology, biochemistry or related field
Ability to interpret and analyze experimental data, troubleshoot experiments, and propose solutions to research challenges
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to read and digest scientific literature
Strong organizational, problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to efficiently manage short timelines
Authorized to work in the U.S. i.e. (applicants who require employer sponsored visas now or in the future are not eligible to apply)
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to complete 12 consecutive weeks between May and September on-site in South San Francisco
Enrolled currently in graduate degree at an accredited college/university and returning to the University/and or College following the internship
Strict adherence to lab safety rules and regulations
Preferred
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Ability to read and interpret scientific literature
Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
Ability to efficiently manage projects under short timelines
Experience maintaining accurate experimental records using electronic lab notebooks
Practical laboratory experience is highly desired and may include, but is not limited to: Molecular biology techniques (e.g., RNA isolation, qRT-PCR), Cell-based assays and advanced tissue culture techniques, Data analysis using GraphPad Prism, Benchling, Excel, and presentation tools such as PowerPoint
Benefits
Paid holiday time off benefits
Company
Septerna
Septerna is a biotech firm unlocking diverse drug discovery potential in G protein-coupled receptors across various diseases.
Founded in 2022
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250MKey Investors
RA Capital ManagementThird Rock Ventures
2024-10-25IPO
2023-09-12Acquired
2023-07-11Series B· $150M
Leadership Team
Jeffrey Finer
CEO and Co-Founder
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Arthur Christopoulos
Co-Founder
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