2026 Summer Internship Program: Lab Scientist

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Job Description

The LA Manufacturing Sciences Laboratory develops new and improves existing plasma fractionation and protein purification processes utilizing small and pilot scale down models, state of the art analytical instruments (Immunonephelometry, DLS, RS DSC) and Process Analytical Technology (PAT) techniques (FBRM, EasyViewer, React IR).

The Manufacturing Sciences Laboratory intern will work with experts in plasma fractionation, protein precipitation, filtration, chromatography purification, particles visualization, and analytical methods development. The intern will gain experience in execution of small and pilot scale studies within major development projects.

How You Will Contribute:

Duties may include the following, under the manager's supervision

• Execute protein purification activities (normal and tangential flow filtration, chromatography, formulation)

• Run plasma fractionation experiments

• Set up and maintain equipment and instruments

• Conduct analytical tests (ELISA) and utilize PAT methods

• Prepare protocols, reports and presentations

Internship Development Opportunities:

Interns will learn:

• The intern will collaborate closely with multiple experts within Takeda’s LA Plant Manufacturing Sciences Department and understand how the groups collaborate to enable completion of development projects

• Gain laboratory experience across multiple techniques

• A basic understanding of the impact of protein structure on aggregation and product stability

Job Requirements:

• A foundational knowledge of proteins and analytical chemistry

• This position requires full-time commitment, necessitating five days of on-site work at the LA site

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member.

• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and including work in cold rooms

• Willingness to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, closed toe shoes, etc.

For Location:

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

EEO Statement

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