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Therapeutics Spring/Summer 2021 Chemistry Co-op/Internship

SHINE Therapeutics is looking to add an undergraduate student in a growing team dedicated to developing pure lutetium-177 for cancer therapies for the spring/summer 2021 semesters. This position is a great opportunity for those interested in entering both the nuclear and pharmaceutical industries with an emphasis on quality control laboratory operations. In addition to technical training, you will have the opportunity to work on first of its kind medical isotope production processes. You will get to apply concepts and theory from classes to assist other scientists and engineers with the performance of experiments. SHINE is working on a fast-paced product development cycle to help cure various life-threatening forms of cancer and is looking for team members that fit well into this environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Daily checks of critical equipment, such as balances and micropipettes.
  • Washing and polishing glassware for use in trace analysis.
  • Assist in the setup, validation, and operation of experiment and testing equipment.
  • Participate in the performance of testing and experiments under the guidance of R&D scientists and engineers.
  • Participate in the performance of both routine and unexpected maintenance and equipment troubleshooting under the guidance of R&D scientists and engineers.
  • Assist in data analysis from experimental results.
  • Responsibilities will depend on the interests and skills of the candidate to ensure the best learning opportunity and experience.
Requirements:
  • Undergraduate student majoring in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering or other related degree. A GPA of 3.2 is required, but 3.5 or higher is preferred.
  • Students in at least their Junior year of coursework.
  • Ability to work 20 hours per week concurrent with coursework, up to 40 hours during the summer and other breaks.
  • Willingness to learn and understand good laboratory practices as well as new technologies and processes.
  • Ability to follow written procedures and accurately record test data.
  • Ability to learn and work safely in chemical and radiation environments.
  • Prior experience in research or other laboratory settings is strongly preferred.
  • Strong technical writing skills are preferred.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.