Upstream Process Development Intern

1 month ago


Vancouver, Canada AbCellera Biologics Full time

AbCellera is breaking the barriers of conventional drug development to propel antibody-based medicines from target to clinic. We are a team of scientists, engineers, creatives, and business professionals who believe that advancing science enhances lives. We have developed technologies to unlock high-value drug targets, including antibody-drug conjugates and T-cell engagers for cancer, and complex transmembrane proteins for indications such as metabolic and endocrine conditions, pain, and autoimmunity.

We are looking for a motivated and talented individual currently pursuing a BSc or MSc degree in Biological Sciences or another relevant field to join our Upstream Process Development team as a co-op or intern for an 8 month term, starting in May 2025. You will learn about mammalian cell growth and metabolism and leverage different bioreactors systems to maximize therapeutic antibody production in a scalable way to commercial manufacturing. Your role will contribute to optimize AbCellera Process Development platform to further refine an industry leading mammalian cell culture process.

While in this on-site position, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will receive guidance and support from experienced team members within the Upstream Process Development team. The co-op is designed to offer exposure to real-world projects and the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of antibody-based medicines from target to clinic within Canada.

**How you might spend your days**
- Gaining hands-on experience on aseptic cell culture techniques as well as cell culture and protein expression characterization techniques
- Executing screening experiments to understand cell culture metabolic needs and optimize cell culture parameters accordingly
- Developing and understanding of bioprocess engineering principles for scale-up cell culture towards manufacturing
- Generating data and assisting in their collection and analysis of experimental results
- Contribute to the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of cell culture processes
- Developing scientific communication skills by presenting findings to Upstream Process Development colleagues and other Process Development functions
- Gaining insights into the Biopharmaceutical Industry and the challenges and strategies associated with therapeutic antibody production

**We'd love to hear from you if**
- You have a strong interest in bioprocessing, bioengineering, and cell culture techniques
- You are eager to explore industry and get hands-on experience in the production of biologic therapeutics
- You are enrolled in a BSc or MSc program in Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioprocessing, or a related field
- You have acquired foundational laboratory skills such as pipetting and aseptic cell culture technique; basic understanding of bioreactors would be considered a plus
- You have a passion for science, operational excellence, and innovation
- You have strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- You have good written and verbal communication skills and ability to present scientific information clearly
- You have the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
- You pay attention to detail and are able to maintain accurate experimental records

**What we offer**

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $3,300 - $3,700 per month, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, we offer a number of ways to support AbCellerites in maximizing their work-life synergy. You will have a vacation allowance as well as additional days off as part of our company-wide office closures (a real value to all), and sick leave time while on your internship. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

**About AbCellera**

AbCellera is a global company that discovers and develops antibody-based medicines that help people live longer, happier, and more productive lives. We are focused on bringing innovative medicines to patients, both by advancing our internal pipeline of programs and partnering with companies that have novel science or innovative technology.

And it all starts with our team. We’ve built a place where people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves. A place that exists to push the limits of science and technology, and aims to bring better therapies to patients.

We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success.

**To apply**

**Application deadline**:December 6, 2024

**Start date**:May 1, 2025

**Duration**: 8 months

**Location**:Vancouver, BC

**Workplace arrangement**:On-site

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