Company Overview:
Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam’s suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.
Position Overview:
Beam is seeking an enthusiastic, driven co-op student to join our Genetic and Metabolic Disease team from July through December 2026. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who enjoys hands-on scientific execution and seeks valuable career experience in a fast-paced biotechnology space. The candidate will be trained to design, optimize, and execute in vitro experiments under the supervision of experienced colleagues, including but not limited to next-generation base-editing related technologies. The candidate will be given opportunities to analyze, interpret, deliver, and share data.
Responsibilities:
- Hands-on laboratory experience with cell culture, cell-based assays.
- Knowledge of cell and molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, ELISA).
- Next-Generation Sequencing library preparation.
- Accurately record all observations and data in an electronic lab notebook.
Qualifications:
- Current student working towards a Bachelor’s or Masters in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a similar field with 1-2 years of lab experience.
- Experience in mammalian cell culture, high content imaging, and CRISPR gene-editing, and next-generation sequencing is highly desirable.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and collaborative environment.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office. GraphPad Prism knowledge is desirable but not required.
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-granting college or university program and maintain their student status throughout the duration of the internship/co-op to be eligible.
Hourly pay will will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education.
