Intern

Company Summary:

Kriya is a next generation gene therapy company focused on expanding the field to new frontiers. We have built a fully integrated, technology enabled platform for rational vector design, analytical characterization, and scalable manufacturing to design and develop gene therapies for diseases with well-understood underlying biology. We believe that rationally engineered gene therapies can transform the treatment of a broad universe of diseases – and we are prepared to lead this revolution in medicine.

Our team is made up of leading scientific experts who are passionate about improving patients’ lives and easing the burden of these life-changing disorders for patients. We are looking for teammates with the ambition, creativity, and energy to help us build a unique organization.

If you are looking to be a part of a company with an entrepreneurial culture, a bold vision, and a meaningful purpose, Kriya is the company for you.

Position Summary:

Kriya’s summer intern will be a 40-hour/week position onsite in our RTP office or virtual/work from home (depending upon COVID). Kriya’s summer intern will have an individual project and the opportunity to develop technical engineering and/or scientific expertise. Through our summer internship, intern students develop a professional network, learn how to work in a scientific and engineering environment, build hands-on laboratory skills, and deliver presentations showcasing their work. Kriya’s intern will be involved in general support of staff engineers or bench scientists and assigned projects based on the individual’s interest and skill set. Areas of involvement could be upstream operations, downstream operations, filling operations or utilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Intern: College Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s in biology, cell and molecular biology, biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline
• Advanced Intern: enrolled in a master’s or PhD program in biology, cell and molecular biology, biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• The successful candidate will be motivated, curious, and hard-working, with the ability to think creatively and learn quickly to contribute to successful and timely completion of goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The following experiences are a plus and may be required for specific projects:
  • Knowledge of AAV
  • Experience with cell culture and cell biological assays
  • Experience with data analysis
  • Good presentation and organization skills
  • Knowledge of basic lab skills

Working Conditions:

• Work is normally performed in a laboratory environment.

Kriya is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.