Job Description

~~~Please note: This is a ~Summer External Student Worker~ opportunity at Novartis ~~~
Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!

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Summer External Student Worker - Upstream Process Development considering undergrad and grad students

The Novartis Technical Research & Development (TRD) Department drives the advancement of the Adeno-associated Virus (AAV) and Lentiviral Vector (LVV) production platforms and manages the development, scale-up, scale-down, transfer, optimization, and characterization of processes for the clinical and commercial manufacturing of both new and licensed Novartis gene therapy products.

The Upstream Process Development Intern supports laboratory operations in experimental design/execution and platform development project planning/execution. The Upstream Intern, operating under the direct supervision of experts, executes and documents experimental procedures in support of process development activities supporting investigational and clinical Cell and Gene Therapy programs.

Responsibilities
 Participates in process development efforts under the direction of more senior engineers and scientists.
 Executes experiments and analyzes acquired data that contribute to early development projects and scale up studies to optimize of AAV/ LVV manufacturing processes under team mentorship.
 Works collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
 Maintains good documentation practices and accurate records of experiments.
 Communicates and presents results at group and department meetings.

Minimum Requirements
 Currently enrolled in bachelor’s or graduate program in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, biological science, pharmaceutical science, biomanufacturing, or related scientific discipline.
 Minimum 3.0 GPA
 Completed at least two years of college education before beginning internship.
 English language proficiency.
 Must be enrolled in school the semester following the internship.
 Competed lab coursework in organic chemistry, biology, microbiology, mammalian cell culture, genetics, and other related scientific disciplines.
 Experience with bioreactor operation including Sartorius AMBR250, benchtop and pilot scale bioreactors and coursework in statistical analysis principles and software is not required but preferred.
 Lab work involving aseptic technique and AAV or LVV vector production is not required but preferred.
 Ability to work, troubleshoot, and problem-solve independently and in teams.
 Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits
 Gain practical experience in optimizing upstream biomanufacturing processes within a research and development team connected to a commercial AAV manufacturing site.
 Work closely with experienced scientists and learn from their expertise.
 Contribute to the development of innovative solutions for AAV/LVV manufacturing processes.
 Train on state-of-the-art cell culture technologies and analytics.
 Enhance analytical, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills.
 Build a strong professional network within the industry.

Diversity & Inclusion / EEO
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Location: Durham, NC (100% onsite)
Pay Rate: $22 - $34 depending on education level

Contract: 06/09/2025 - End date will be 8/22/2025
Health, dental, vision, 401k

Why Novartis?
766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives.
We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.
We believe we can reinvent what's possible when we collaborate with courage to ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!
Imagine the impact you could make here at Novartis!


Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment with diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
To do our best work we need different viewpoints, which is why here at Magnit, we celebrate diversity and embrace inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Magnit is dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strive to ensure that we maintain a positive and enriching work environment for all.

Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO

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