Fall 2023 Co-op: Ocular Program
Posted on 2/28/2023
INACTIVE
Prime Medicine

201-500 employees

Gene editing biotechnology company
Company Overview
Prime Medicine's mission is to transform the lives of patients with debilitating diseases through the application of our groundbreaking Prime Editing platform and technology. The company uses Prime Editing, a next-generation gene editing approach that they believe can address the genetic cause of disease and potentially provide patients with long-lasting cures.
Biotechnology

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$596M

Founded

2019

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

146%
Locations
Cambridge, MA, USA
Experience Level
Intern
CategoriesNew
Biology & Biotech
Requirements
  • B. S. Candidate in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related major
  • Basic knowledge of cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry
  • Ability to work safely and independently in R&D lab environment
  • Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Highly adaptable and ability to effectively work as part of a team
  • Demonstrated eagerness and ability to quickly learn new techniques
  • Rigorous and conscientious, exhibiting thoroughness in data interpretation
Responsibilities
  • Aseptic cell culture
  • In vivo and iPSC sample processing for downstream analysis
  • Assist in development of assays for ocular therapeutic discovery
  • Perform molecular biology assays and techniques, including PCR, qPCR, DNA quantification, etc
  • Execute, analyze, and troubleshoot experimental methods and results
  • Adhere to all laboratory safety requirements and procedures
  • Maintain thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook and documentation records
  • Document, summarize, and present data to researchers
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with gene editing, gene therapy, synthetic biology, or biotechnology
  • Experience in maintaining mammalian cell culture and performing transfections
  • Experience with molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, etc.)
  • Experience with in vivo studies