RD Microbiology Intern
Location: Hazelwood, MO, United States
Position Type: Intern/Co-op
Job Function: Bioscience R&D
A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for more than 60 years, bioMérieux provides diagnostic solutions which determine the source of disease and contamination to improve patient health and ensure consumer safety.
In North America we have more than 6,200 team members across 11 sites or subsidiaries, including Salt Lake City-based BioFire Diagnostics and one subsidiary in Montreal, Canada.
Come and join a family-owned global company with a long-term vision, and a human-centered culture.
Description
Internship will contribute to the R&D Microbiology department’s ability to develop new and support existing products, timely completion of projects by performing routine tasks, and potentially be a part of more complex experiments.
Principal Contributions / Accountabilities and Associated Activities
- Work independently to complete routine microbiology tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform data collection.
- Comply with protocols and procedures.
- Maintain appropriate documentation.
- The individual will work under the supervision of senior R&D staff, planning, prioritizing, and completing assigned activities.
- Reasonable, reliable attendance and punctuality are essential job functions required for this position.
Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
- Pursuing an A.S. in laboratory technology, a B.S. or higher in Microbiology, health-related profession, biomedical technology, or molecular science.
- Have completed at least one microbiology lecture and laboratory or other relevant laboratory coursework; completion of molecular biology laboratory is a plus
- Theoretical knowledge of relevant techniques, such as pipetting and aseptic technique
Soft Skills
- Achievement Orientation, analytical thinking, flexibility, information seeking, Teamwork and collaboration
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