Microbiologist Intern, Harrisonburg, Summer 2022

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Summer Microbiologist Intern to work in the microbiology laboratories at the Harrisonburg Regional Animal Health Laboratory. Duties include assisting in a wide range of microbiological testing techniques, including the testing of raw milk and related dairy products to detect the presence of harmful bacteria, antibiotic residues and adulterated products, the non-regulatory analysis of milk samples for protein, fats, solids, lactose and other parameters, microbiological testing of water samples, aerobic and anaerobic microbiological culturing, and sensitivity testing of isolates as needed. The intern will also assist in the performance of a variety of serological testing, prepare a wide variety of culture media, and help conduct quality control testing on media and culture practices. The selected student will work collaboratively, as a team member, and assist with other related laboratory procedures as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Current enrollment in a microbiology, biology, or a closely related scientific degree program is required. Other qualifications include knowledge of microbiological and laboratory procedures, techniques and methods used to carry out examinations with an emphasis on diagnostic bacteriology; and knowledge of general safety procedures necessary in a clinical laboratory. Exceptional oral/written and customer service skills and the ability to follow oral and written directions with precision and accuracy; to work independently; and to develop logical conclusions and to work collaboratively within a team environment is essential. Testing formats required precision, manual dexterity and visual acuity. School coursework, including laboratory sessions, indicating possession of the preceding knowledge & abilities may substitute.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a veterinary or medical clinical laboratory providing some microbiology duties as well as experience performing customer service duties.

Pay: $13.63/hour

Application Close Date: 3/22/2022

Special Requirements: A cover letter stating why you are interested in this internship as well as a copy of your transcripts and current class schedule are required in order to be considered and should be attached to your state application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Applicants invited to interview will be asked to bring a letter of recommendation from a school official or professor.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/271674

Warm-water Aquatic Ecology Summer Research Experience at Auburn University

This REU program is a novel, collaborative effort involving Auburn University faculty mentors specializing in diverse but complementary disciplines, including community ecology, fisheries management, aquaculture, evolution, limnology, molecular biology,  microbiology, invasive species, fish behavior, outreach, physiology, parasitology, and conservation.  Together these disciplines provide the education basis for undergraduate students to learn about techniques and tools to study aquatic communities, specifically warm-water systems such as reservoirs, farm ponds, streams, and brackish estuaries.  The primary objectives of this project include exposing participants to different scientific hypotheses, research techniques, and ecological habitats and conditions in an engaging, interdisciplinary atmosphere that fosters a strong interest in aquatic sciences by the next generation of water experts.

All REU students are fully supported during their experiences at Auburn University, including a $5,500 stipend, travel support to and from Auburn University, research funds ($500), and food and lodging in Auburn University dorms for the entire 10 week program (May 17 to July 26, 2020).

Eligibility: All applicants who are interested in receiving NSF support must currently be

•  U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident
• an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior graduating no earlier than September 2020 or a high school senior that will start their undergraduate education the following fall semester after the REU program. 
• We are especially encouraging students from traditionally under-represented groups in biology (i.e., African-Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, other Pacific Islanders, students with disabilities, first generation college students, and U.S. veterans) as well as students from institutions with limited research opportunities (e.g., community colleges) or students in financial need to apply.

For more information or to apply please visit: http://wilsonlab.com/reu/

Summer Internships at Novozymes

When you join Novozymes as a summer intern, you will work on projects that give you first-hand experience of what it’s like to work in the biotechnology industry. To realize your full potential, you’ll be supported by both a mentor and colleagues who share the same goals and ambitions as you. This is your chance to participate in projects that will help you stand out from your peers.

Summer Internship Program Overview
Internships last for 12 weeks and require a 40 hour per week commitment. This is a non-exempt/hourly position based on the rate of $15/hour. 2019 summer internships will start in June when the Spring academic term has been completed. To be considered for a summer internship in 2019, you must have Junior/Senior university class standing by Fall 2019, and you must apply for the internship by May 15th. Recent graduates may also apply.

We will hire 3-4 interns in 2019. Interns will be assigned to work directly with a researcher in one of the following areas:

• Molecular Biology
• Molecular Genomics
• Protein Chemistry
• Microbiology and Microbial Physiology (areas of specialization include Robotics Screening and Fermentation).

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS degree program for Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or related concentration
• Hands-on laboratory experience, including use of analytical equipment
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

To apply, visit us at: www.novozymes.com/careers

Company Description
Novozymes is the global market leader in biological solutions which include enzymes and microorganisms used in more than 30 different industries including biofuels, household care, agriculture and animal health to name a few. Together with our customers, partners and the global community, we improve industrial performance while preserving the planet’s resources and helping build better lives. The enzymes and microorganisms that we find in nature make everyday products more sustainable by facilitating: higher production output; raw material, water and energy savings; and/or reducing waste streams as well as reducing greenhouse gases.

Please apply no later than May 15, 2019.
Novozymes will hire summer interns as temporary employees through our payroll partner.

Novozymes, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Summer Intern, Microbiome Drug Product Development

Assembly Biosciences (NASDAQ symbol ASMB) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing two innovative platform programs: a Hepatitis B-Cure program consisting of a new class of oral therapeutic candidates for the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and a novel class of oral synthetic live biotherapeutic candidates, which are designed to treat disorders associated with the Microbiome. We pride ourselves on creating a culture and work environment that is scientifically driven, ambitious, and collaborative. We encourage diversity of thought that leads to great innovation and are looking to add to our dynamic team great people who are driven to transform the lives of patients.

We believe our Microbiome platform represents the best in class approach to developing biopharmaceutical agents from live biotherapeutic products. ABI-M201, our lead program in ulcerative colitis, is currently in IND enabling studies and is expected to enter the clinic in 2019.  This program is part of a broader partnership we established with Allergan in 2017 for GI programs with a potential total development and commercial milestones of up to $2.8 billion.  Our internal pipeline will represent first in class or best in class microbiome approaches in areas such as immuno-oncology, liver diseases, and other areas of high medical need.

Assembly is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, while the R&D headquarters is in South San Francisco. The Company also has a microbiome manufacturing facility in Groton, CT, and a research office in Shanghai, China. Assembly has a strong balance sheet having raised approximately $166 million in July 2018, thus positioned well to build the next phase of Assembly toward global development and commercialization of our innovative medicines in HBV-cure and the Microbiome. 

The Summer Intern, Drug Product Development will support GMP manufacturing operations associated with the development of pharmaceutical dosage forms for the microbiome program.  Work may include various unit operations to prepare solid oral dosage forms, preparation of samples, and use of characterization and testing instruments. All work will be under the direction of experienced staff.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Technical Operations group with hands-on GMP manufacturing of solid oral dosage forms. Unit operations may include dispensing, blending, milling/screening, encapsulation/tableting, banding, coating, weight sorting, packaging, and labeling
• Perform testing of solid oral dosage forms, as needed
• Learn and comply with all GMP procedures and requirements
• Comply with all safety requirements
• Document all work in batch records, laboratory notebook(s) or other acceptable forms 

Requirements:

• Matriculated junior or senior year college student in pharmaceutical sciences (or equivalent) with an interest in pursuing a pharmaceutical industry career
• Student with good academic standing
• Prior experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, as required
• Ability to document work in a written fashion (e.g., batch record, laboratory notebook, etc.)
• Energetic and motivated student with sincere interest in a pharmaceutical industry career path
• Must be capable of following written procedures and verbal instructions from experienced staff
• Must work safely with personal protective equipment (PPE), as required
• Excellent professional and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://assemblybioinc.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=156

Internships at the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services, Richmond

Are you interested in pursuing a career in public health or laboratory science?  Now YOU can help promote and protect the health and safety of all Virginians!  Internships at DCLS provide a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in one of the most diverse public health laboratories in the Nation.  As an intern, you will have the chance to participate in a variety of laboratory activities and interact on a daily basis with public health and emergency response laboratorians.  The experience gained from the completion of a DCLS internship will strengthen your credentials as you prepare for a career in public health.

DCLS internships are project-oriented and are designed to be mutually beneficial to the intern and the laboratory. DCLS does not offer internships consisting solely of “shadowing” experiences.  Projects will vary based upon DCLS initiatives.  Successful candidates will be assigned to a project within one of the analytical or support sections at DCLS!

Internship Program Areas:

• Biomonitoring
• Clinical Microbiology
• Emergency Preparedness (biological and/or chemical)
• Environmental Microbiology and/or Chemistry
• Food Microbiology/Food Safety
• Immunology/Virology
• Infectious Disease Pathogen Detection
• Informatics
• Molecular Subtyping
• Newborn Screening
• Quality Assurance/Auditing

 Internship Eligibility:

• Applicants must be a Virginia resident, at least 18 years of age and either:         
• Be enrolled as a rising Junior, Senior, or Master’s degree candidate in a science or public health-related program at a College or University. 
• Have recently graduated from a science or public health-related Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program at a College or University OR a Virginia resident attending an out of state College or University. 
• Applicants must submit a current resume or CV. 
• Applicants must submit a transcript from each higher learning institute attended that is listed on the application (official or unofficial will be accepted). 
• Applicants must submit a letter of reference from an academic professional with knowledge of the applicant’s coursework. 
• Applicants must have maintained a cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA. 
• No hand-written, late, or incomplete applications will be accepted. 
• Applicants must be able to provide immunization records, as requested, if applicable to area of work. 
• ALL selected candidates must successfully pass a criminal background check. 

Application deadline: Friday, February 3rd 2017. To apply, please visit: 

http://www.dgs.state.va.us/DivisionofConsolidatedLaboratoryServices/tabid/1569/Default.aspx

Food Microbiologist Position at the Department of General Services, Richmond

The Department of General Services, Division of Consolidated Laboratories (DCLS) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Scientist in the Food Microbiology Section of the Epidemiologic Support Group. The Food Microbiology laboratory performs classical and advanced microbiology testing on food and environmental samples for the presence of bacterial agents or associated toxins during foodborne outbreaks or in support of food recalls under the investigation by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) and Virginia Department of Health (VDH). This individual will be responsible for performing routine surveillance and emergency response testing for the isolation and characterization of foodborne pathogens occurring naturally or as a result of terrorism and communicating these findings to agencies such as the Virginia Department of Health, VDACS, USDA, and the FDA. In addition, duties may include development and validation of new methods, performing QA/QC procedures in support of ISO 17025 standards, maintaining accurate records, training of scientific staff and use and maintenance of equipment. This position may require work to be performed in a BSL-3 laboratory if testing requires higher levels of containment. This position will provide support to testing and laboratory objectives of the Food and Drug Administration Food Emergency Response Network Microbiological Cooperative Agreement Program. The FDA FERN MCAP requires working with a wide array of simple and complex matrices and requires proficiency to perform testing on a variety of food types.

Qualifications: The selected candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Microbiology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, or related field. The successful applicant should have work related experience and technical knowledge with the following: isolation and identification techniques in food microbiology; complex microbiology techniques involving different sample matrices including food; complex computer interfaced instrumentation and computerized laboratory information management systems; complex data analysis; toxin detection using ELISA or other methods; and quality assurance and quality control.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred experience includes the following: Experience working in a biosafety level three environment; experience working in an ISO 17025 quality environment; and experience with molecular testing methodologies. The ability to lift up to 30 pounds and knowledge of laboratory safety is also required. The ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere and effective communication (oral and written) and computer skills are essential.

Special Requirements: This is a restricted position funded by a federal grant, includes state benefits package.

After hours and weekend work is required on a rotating schedule. The selected candidate may be required to work on a Tuesday through Saturday schedule routinely.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.

For more information please visit: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/65771

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Fax: 804-371-8305

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

Address: 1100 Bank ST, STE 410 Richmond, VA 23219