Biosafety Summer Intern

Andelyn Biosciences

Jan 9, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Science
Columbus

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills appropriate to frequent contact with all levels of administration, faculty, staff, students, and visitors, including presenting information where a detailed explanation is required to obtain consensus and cooperation.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
Working knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and hazard communication.
Knowledge of the current occupational safety and industrial hygiene standards.
Knowledge of the proper use of safety equipment and current trends in personal protective equipment.
Problem-solving with some supervision.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Some knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and State laws as related to health, fire, and life safety.
Basic knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques.
Two (2) years of progress towards a four-year degree in occupational safety, industrial safety, safety engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Minimum Physical Requirements:
Occasionally Sitting
Frequently Walking/Standing/Stooping
Independently lifting up to fifty pounds
Occasionally Talking on the phone or in-person.
Frequently Typing on a computer keyboard
May require the ability to aseptically gown or wear other PPE regularly.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance and direction of their Supervisor and Mentor, essential functions of the biosafety Intern could include:
Observes and conducts training and audits relating to lab safety and life safety
Assist the Biosafety Program Manager in the development of departmental policies, plans, and procedures
Participates in safety committee meetings
Proactively identifies and corrects safety hazards in the workplace
Assists in response to safety incidents, and helps conduct incident investigations
Provides support for developing proactive safety solutions to workplace hazards
Assists in inspections of worksites
Assists with the management of infectious waste and hazardous chemical waste programs.
Performs other duties as assigned

Andelyn Biosciences

Accelerating the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies to bring more treatments to more patients.

Science & Healthcare

Industry

201-500

Employees

2020

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Andelyn Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical CDMO Pioneering Solutions That Turn Hope into Reality™. Capabilities span viral vector and vaccine process and analytical development, small to large scale adherent and suspension based GMP drug substance manufacturing up to 2000L, and finished drug product manufacturing services located in Columbus, OH USA. Having 20+ years of experience with viral vector and vaccine manufacturing, Andelyn offers its clients direct access to globally recognized thought leaders with troubleshooting / characterization expertise and GMP material produced for over 75+ worldwide clinical trials. In addition to producing over 400+ cGMP clinical batches and 2000+ research-grade productions, Andelyn currently provides research and tox grade plasmids with an additional offering of GMP plasmid manufacturing (early 2022), advanced quality systems, full regulatory support, semi-automated to automated fill stations, and supply chain vertical integration. Its state-of-the-art 185,000 sq ft clinical and commercial manufacturing facility comprises 14+ upstream production suites for customization of new programs and tech transferred programs. Andelyn offers clinical through commercial-scale capabilities that will help accelerate the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies to bring more treatments to more patients