- Work with internal and external stakeholders to optimize use of lab equipment, formulation and analytical methods and administrative activities.
- Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reports and technical presentations.
- Prepare reagents, buffers and equipment for use in the experiments.
- Assist in general lab management such as ordering, organization and cleanliness of lab.
- Perform analysis to determine the physio-chemical properties of nanoparticle formulations such as DLS measurement, RiboGreen assay and other routine lab assays.
- A third- or fourth-year University Program in Biology, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemical and Biological Engineering, or relevant disciplines with hands-on experience in the laboratory.
- General knowledge of formulation, analytical or bioassay techniques including pipetting, weighing, pH adjustments and formulation relevant calculations.
- Experience with standard formulation techniques such as DLS, plate-based assays, aseptic technique, chromatography or tissue culture is an asset.
- Resourceful, flexible, detail-oriented, organized and with excellent communication skills.
Formulation Development Services Intern - Vancouver, Canada - Danaher Corporation
Description
Be part of something altogether life-changing Working at Precision NanoSystems (part of Cytiva) means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term. Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.
Precision NanoSystems, Inc. (PNI) creates innovative solutions for the discovery, development and manufacture of novel nanoparticles for use as medicines and in medical research. PNI's proprietary NanoAssemblr platform enables the rapid, reproducible, and scalable manufacture of next-generation nanoparticle formulations for the targeted delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents to cells and tissues in the body. PNI provides instruments, reagents and services to life sciences researchers, including pharmaceutical companies, and builds strategic collaborations to revolutionize healthcare through nanotechnology.
Functioning within the BioPharmaceutical Services group (BPS), the Formulation Intern will work within the PreClinical Formulations team to develop and improve on existing methods and procedures for high-throughput formulation design, optimization, analysis and documentation. Where required, the Formulation Intern will assist members of the PreClinical formulation team with required lab work and documentation.
The ideal applicant will have lab experience and will be able to collaborate in a diverse team and in a high-paced environment
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The salary range for this role is $18-25/hr CAD. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
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At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.