AbCellera is breaking the barriers of conventional drug development to propel antibody-based medicines from target to clinic.
We are a team of scientists, engineers, creatives, and business professionals who believe that advancing science enhances lives.
We have developed technologies to unlock high-value drug targets, including antibody-drug conjugates and T-cell engagers for cancer, and complex transmembrane proteins for indications such as metabolic and endocrine conditions, pain, and autoimmunity.
We are looking for a motivated and talented individual currently pursuing an Engineering Physics, Software, or Mechatronics Engineering degree in a relevant field to join our High Throughput Robotics team as a co-op or intern for an 8 month term, starting in May 2025.
Our team builds and maintains an array of custom cell screening instruments that are used to image antibody secreting cells as part of our discovery pipeline.
You will analyze and improve our current microscope imaging system through a combination of computational imaging methods and optical path upgrades.
While in this on-site position, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will receive guidance and supervision from experienced team members within the High Throughput Robotics team.
The internship is designed to offer exposure to real-world projects and the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of antibody-based medicines from target to clinic within Canada.
How you might spend your days
- Familiarizing yourself with the components in the current optical path and image corrections applied
- Generating a list of user requests after consultation with scientists
- Identifying hardware and computational methods to improve the quality of images
- Creating test plans in order to evaluate the different components and methods
- Leading the implementation of these methods in order to produce higher quality images so that scientists are able to make better decisions
We'd love to hear from you if
- You are enrolled in an Engineering program in a relevant field, such as Engineering Physics, Software, or Mechatronics degree
- You have a strong understanding of optics
- You are excited about image computational methods
- You are an outstanding communicator, team player, and relationship builder
- You have a passion for science, operational excellence, and innovation
- You are familiar with Python, LabVIEW, or C++
- You can work precisely and safely with power meters, cameras, high power light sources, and other optical equipment
- You understand the basics of fluorescent microscopy imaging
What we offer
AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $3,300 - $3,700 per month, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
In addition to base pay, we offer a number of ways to support AbCellerites in maximizing their work-life synergy. You will have a vacation allowance as well as additional days off as part of our company-wide office closures (a real value to all!), and sick leave time while on your internship.
Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.
About AbCellera
AbCellera is a global company that discovers and develops antibody-based medicines that help people live longer, happier, and more productive lives.
We are focused on bringing innovative medicines to patients, both by advancing our internal pipeline of programs and partnering with companies that have novel science or innovative technology.
And it all starts with our team. We’ve built a place where people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves.
A place that exists to push the limits of science and technology, and aims to bring better therapies to patients.
We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success.
To apply
Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23248 in your cover letter. We would love to see some personal or design team projects in your application as well.
We apologize in advance, but we receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview.
Application deadline : November 22, 2024
Start date : May 1, 2025
Duration : 8 months
Location : Vancouver, BC
Workplace arrangement : On-site
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