Intern -Vaccine Innovation

Role Description: Intern -VACCINE INNOVATIONLocation: Kalamazoo, Michigan Internship Summary: Zoetis is a leader in the field of animal health, biotechnology, and vaccine development. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of animals through innovative research and development of veterinary products. The interdisciplinary vaccine team within the Global Biologics group is seeking a motivated summer intern to evaluate and tailor liposomal formulations. The intern will gain hands-on experience with molecular assays, in-vitro cell assays, and in-vivo mouse and target animal models, gain exposure to pharmaceutical formulation and veterinary medicine, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful, real-world research - all under the mentorship of experienced scientists. Internship Job Duties:Communicate and coordinate within a team to design, characterize, and evaluate novel liposomal delivery systemsUtilize molecular assays to characterize nucleic acid and protein moietiesMaintain cell cultures and conduct in-vitro cell assaysAssist team members with cross-disciplinary work - formulation, purification, experimental design, etcCollaborate with team members to design experiments, analyze data, and prepare reportsSupport the interdisciplinary vaccine team with ongoing projects as needed Internship Qualifications:Strong STEM foundation - Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related fieldsExperience in tissue culture and cell line manipulationExcellent self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.Experience with PCR/RT-qPCR, DNA/RNA isolation and in vitro transcription.Knowledge of RNA expression control and molecular designSDS-PAGE, western blot and similar protein skills a plus The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position: If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hourIf the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hourIf the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hourIf the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area): Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hourStudent pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $24.20 per hourStudent pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hourStudent pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour About Zoetis At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources. Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn, including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com, please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications. Global Job Applicant Privacy Notice