Intern, Assay Development, Patient Blood Management

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview:

Werfen's San Diego Internship Program is a 10-week, full-time, paid assignment that takes place throughout the summer. Internships are open to undergraduate students who are currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university. Internship assignments may be shortened or extended based on the company and/or the student's needs.

The Internship program is designed to allow students to learn through direct expe-rience providing an opportunity to blend textbook knowledge with practical experience. Throughout the 10-week program, students will have the opportunity to work cross-functio-nally with other departments to maximize their opportunity to gain experience as much as possible.

The salary range for this position is currently $24 and $28 an hour. Individual compensation is based on the candidate's qualifications for the position, including experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget, and/or other business and organizational needs.

Key Accountabilities

* Perform experiments in the development of new or improved PBM products in the R&D laboratory under the supervision of R&D staff, using ROTEM instruments, and reagent products with human whole blood and plasma.

* Able to work with data spreadsheets performing basic statistical analysis of output test data.

* Responsible for keeping and maintaining lab notebooks as trained and following good laboratory practices, particularly about the handling of bloodborne pathogens.

Networking/Key relationships

* Principal Investigator & Lab Team: Frequent interaction for project guidance, protocol execution, data analysis, and troubleshooting (high complexity: technical discussions, problem-solving, critical thinking).

* Other Lab Members: Collaboration on shared equipment, reagents, and techniques (medium complexity: information sharing, protocol clarification, basic troubleshooting).

* Quality Assurance/Regulatory: Participation in documentation review, assay validation, and adherence to regulatory guidelines (medium complexity: procedural accuracy, data integrity, reporting requirements).

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

* Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate degree program with a minimum GPA of 3.2.

* Able to utilize general laboratory equipment, including spectrophotometer, centrifuge, & analytical balance, and perform calculations and complete chemical preparations.

* Able to follow directions with moderate supervision and work in a group-focused envi-ronment.

* Proficiency in computer skills necessary, including Word & Excel.

* Anxious to learn, initiative-taking, and a desire to obtain professional experience in IVD Industry

Skills & Capabilities:

* Laboratory experience: Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques like pipetting, and reagent/buffer preparation.

* Instrumentation: Basic knowledge of common laboratory equipment (pH meter, analy-tical balance, etc.).

* Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data using spreadsheets and statistical software.

* Attention to detail: Meticulousness in following protocols and documenting results ac-curately.

* Effective communication skills.

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

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