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Summer Internship: Gene Therapy Research - Ophthalmology Research

RegenxbioRockville, Maryland, United StatesOnsite
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Who We Are


REGENXBIO is an exceptional place to work. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the best and the brightest people, touch amazing science, and be a part of extraordinary plans. Our core values: Trust, Accountability, Perseverance, and Innovation drive everything we do. We aim to bring these values to life every day with all that we do, and we believe that what we do matters - to patients, to their families, and to their communities.

The Opportunity


The Research & Early Development department has an opportunity for a talented and motivated undergraduate or graduate student interested in pursing a career in gene therapy for ocular diseases.  The intern will gain experience in developing assays and performing in vitro laboratory experiments that contribute to the selection of lead gene therapy candidates for treating human ocular disease indications.

What You'll Be Doing


  • Perform in vitro and cell-based assays, ELISA & others
  • Maintain cell lines in culture
  • Perform molecular techniques such as tissue homogenization, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, qPCR, ddPCR, western blot, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy
  • Analyze data, prepare study reports and keep organized experimental records
  • Assist with other activities as assigned
  • REGENXBIO employees must embody our core values by working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and using clear communication to meet shared objectives.

What We're Looking For


  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school program or have graduated within 6 months of the internship start date
  • Must be pursuing a degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Life Science, Vision Science, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Immunology, or related fields
  • Must have basic laboratory experience

$20 - $30 an hour

Why You Should Apply


By joining REGENXBIO, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a growing company and incredible team passionate about developing novel AAV gene therapy products to our patients. In addition, professional development is important to us.  By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to be exposed to challenging projects and development resources to help you grow personally and professionally.Apply for this job

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Life at Regenxbio

REGENXBIO is a leading biotechnology company focused on the development, commercialization and licensing of recombinant adenoassociated virus (AAV) gene therapy. REGENXBIO's NAV® Technology Platform, a proprietary AAV gene delivery platform, consists of exclusive rights to more than 100 novel AAV vectors, including AAV7, AAV8, AAV9 and AAVrh10. REGENXBIO's mission is to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe diseases with significant unmet medical need by developing and commercializing in vivo gene therapy products based on REGENXBIO's NAV Technology Platform. REGENXBIO seeks to accomplish this mission through a combination of internal development efforts and thirdparty NAV Technology Platform licensees.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Trust2. Accountability3. Perseverance4. Innovation5. Value-driven actions (Trust, accountability, perseverance, innovation)6. Daily value implementation (Aim to bring values to life every day)7. Patient impact (What we do matters to patients, families, and communities)8. Employee support (Comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities)
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