Biotechnology Internship at Merck, Switzerland
Are you looking for a biotechnology internship in cell line development to gain hands-on research experience? This Internship at Merck Careers in Switzerland offers a unique opportunity to work on advanced protein expression systems and contribute to innovative therapies while developing strong experimental and data analysis skills.
About the Company:
Merck Group is a global leader in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics, driven by innovation and a passion for improving lives. With teams across six continents, the company focuses on developing medicines, intelligent devices, and cutting-edge technologies in areas like oncology, neurology, and fertility, helping patients at every stage of life.
Internship Details:
- Title: Internship: Optimization of Cell Line Development (m/f/d)
- ID: 297664
- Location: Corsier-sur-Vevey
- Type: Full-time Internship
- Start Date: August/September
- Duration: 6–12 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and execute experiments with experienced researchers in this Biotechnology Internship in Switzerland
- Generate and characterize modified cell lines
- Perform productivity assays to measure monoclonal antibody (mAb) yield
- Conduct single-cell cloning to obtain clonal cell lines in this Internship in Switzerland
- Screen cell lines using ddPCR techniques
- Compare enzyme-expressing and control cell lines at different scales
- Utilize advanced technologies like Beacon (Berkeley Lights), robotic platforms, and Ambr15 in this Internship at Merck Careers
- Analyze experimental data using programming languages such as R or Python
- Present findings to the research team
Educational Requirements for this Internship:
- Master’s student in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field
- Ongoing academic study required
- Experience in sterile culture handling
Skills Required:
- Strong interest in molecular and cellular biology
- Knowledge of biotechnology techniques
- Programming skills in R or Python
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Passion for learning and research
Benefits of the Biotechnology Internship:
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge biotechnology projects
- Exposure to advanced tools like opto-microfluidics and automation platforms
- Global work environment with diverse teams
- Strong learning and career development opportunities
- Inclusive and flexible work culture
- Hands-on experience in therapeutic protein development
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful healthcare innovations
