Summer Internship: Vector Core - Cell Line Development

Who We Are

REGENXBIO is an exceptional place to work. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the best and the brightest people, touch amazing science, and be a part of extraordinary plans. Our core values: Trust, Accountability, Perseverance, and Innovation drive everything we do. We aim to bring these values to life every day with all that we do, and we believe that what we do matters - to patients, to their families, and to their communities.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Scientist of Vector Core-CLD, this intern will play a role in cell line engineering for disease model cell line generation and the development of novel cell lines for producing rAAV (recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus) gene therapy vectors under supervision. Additionally, this individual will assist the Senior Scientist with assigned tasks/projects and communicate results to the relevant groups. 

• Assist with transfections for AAV production and cell line engineering.
• Assist with cell line development team in gene edited stable cell line development and to screen and verify novel gene editing targets
• Assist with job description audit to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Communicate results to the relevant groups
• Assist with other activities as assigned
• It is imperative that REGENXBIO employees embody our core values by working collaboratively, building strong relationships and using clear communication to meet shared objectives.

• Currently attending a college or university majoring in Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Virology, or relevant scientific discipline
• Hands on experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
• Knowledge or experience in basic molecular biology including PCR and CRISPR Cas9 gene editing, is preferred
• Knowledge in analytical assays including restriction fragment length polymorphism, Western blot and cell-based assay is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office
• Good organizational skills with the ability to work on several assignments simultaneously

Why You Should Apply

By joining REGENXBIO, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a growing company and incredible team passionate about developing novel AAV gene therapy products to our patients. In addition, professional development is important to us.  By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to be exposed to challenging projects and development resources to help you grow personally and professionally.