Sustaining Lab Intern

About the role

Veracyte is seeking exceptional candidates for a summer internship working with the Sustaining team. Your contribution will enable effective research and development in our lab, supporting scientists and creating an environment conducive to optimal work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth operation of the lab by maintaining the inventory of supplies, reagents, and other materials, as well as organizing the lab.
• Collaborate with a highly engaged team of scientists and work closely with other groups across Veracyte.
• Conduct assignments including handling biological/clinical specimens, data entry into Freezer Management System, processing specimens for NGS, participating in experimental design, execution, and analysis, conducting general lab maintenance and inventory management, and participating in continuous improvement activities/projects.
• Perform all laboratory activities in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program.

Requirements

• You are a currently enrolled collegiate student (sophomore or higher) in good standing.
• You have excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills, and computer and software skills.
• You are comfortable learning new software and communicating with scientists and non-scientists alike.
• You have demonstrated the ability to problem solve and proactively collaborate with peers.
• Previous lab experience in biotech or working in an academic lab is a plus.

Qualifications

• You are seeking a role where you can contribute at your highest level, learn from peers, and be a part of new emerging technologies that improve patient outcomes.
• Candidates are expected to be available to work from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Computer and software skills.
• Ability to learn new software.
• Comfortable working with scientists and non-scientists.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Proactive collaboration with peers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce.
• Dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace.
• Opportunities for career growth and innovation.

Pay

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience, skillset, geographic location, industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Schedule

You are expected to be available to work from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.