Molecular Biology Intern
Genvax Technologies is a startup animal health company focused on developing self-amplifying mRNA nanoparticle vaccines. Genvax Technologies seeks a Summer 2026 Molecular Biology Intern at our Ames, IA location. Your project will include assisting in the development and validation of vaccine technologies to improve animal health. You will work closely with a mentor to develop and execute an independent project. This is a unique opportunity to work in the early stages of a startup company. This is a paid internship that runs from May 25th to August 14th (dates flexible).
Essential Job Functions:
- Train on and follow existing SOPs/protocols, processes, procedures, and systems to independently conduct experiments
- Spend time working alongside Genvax scientists learning how the laboratory operates and assisting with vaccine development projects
- Deliver an independent project and present results to the Genvax team
- Maintain detailed experimental records, reports, and inventories in electronic lab notebooks
- Contribute to continuous improvement across tools and processes for internal users
- Perform other duties as assigned in a dynamic startup setting
- Reports to the VP of Research and Development
- Hours are Monday through Friday with a minimum of 30 hours per week and a maximum of 40 hours per week
- Pursuit of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field
- Preference will be given to students attending an Iowa college or university, or students that have graduated from an Iowa high school and attend a college or university outside of Iowa
- Preference will be given to students within 1-2 years of graduation
- Ability to learn and follow protocols that have a high degree of detail
- Ability to learn good documentation practices
- Previous hands-on laboratory experience is a plus
- Strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skillsets quickly
- Experience managing independent projects
- Basic computer skills required
- Paid Internship. $16-$17 per hour.
- We are willing to work with your department if you need this internship to count for credit, depending on the requirements
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