Description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Molecular Parasitology Intern to join our department located at our Athens, GAfacility. As an Intern, you will:

Work closely with scientists and project teams to prioritize assay development that provides solutions for ongoing projects
You will play a hands-on role in driving drug discovery efforts by employing molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques to interrogate parasite biology.
Throughout the course of your work, you will have exposure to multiple functions within Research and Development in animal health.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheims high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop molecular, cellular and biochemical assays to interrogate parasite biology
Participate in research team meetings to present and evaluate data
Work closely with scientists and project teams to prioritize assay development that provides solutions for ongoing projects
Contribute intellectual input into innovative drug discovery efforts for veterinary parasite

Requirements

Must be an advanced degree student in good academic standing
Student must be enrolled at a college or university for the duration of the internship
Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred
Major or minor in related field of internship
Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university
Graduate and Advanced Degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

Experience with basic molecular biology laboratory skills
Willing to work with ectoparasites and/or insects