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As the R &D Intern, Protein Fortification & Analytical Characterization , you will contribute to a ... Progress towards a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, materials ...

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... enzymatic reaction development, protein expression, purification, and characterization ... Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedical ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for protein biochemistry intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Protein Biochemistry Intern assists in laboratory research focused on proteins, including their extraction, purification, characterization, and analysis. Typical responsibilities may include preparing samples, running assays like SDS-PAGE or Western blotting, maintaining lab equipment, and recording experimental data. The intern works under the supervision of experienced scientists and often supports ongoing research projects aimed at understanding protein structure, function, or interactions. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in biochemical techniques and laboratory protocols, preparing interns for advanced studies or careers in biotechnology and related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a protein biochemistry intern?

To thrive as a Protein Biochemistry Intern, you need a solid understanding of molecular biology, protein purification, and analytical techniques, usually gained through coursework in biochemistry or related fields. Familiarity with laboratory tools such as HPLC, SDS-PAGE, spectrophotometry, and software for data analysis is often required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you excel in collaborative research environments. These skills ensure accurate experimental results, contribute to successful team projects, and support the advancement of scientific research.

What types of projects and collaborations can a protein biochemistry intern expect to be involved with during their internship?

As a Protein Biochemistry Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects such as protein expression, purification, and characterization. Interns often assist with experimental design and data analysis, supporting senior scientists in ongoing research efforts. Collaboration is common—you’ll likely work closely with other biochemistry interns, research associates, and cross-functional teams like molecular biology or analytical chemistry. This hands-on experience not only enhances technical skills but also provides insights into how larger research teams operate within academic or industry settings.

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Research Associate Co-Op, Protein Biochemistry

Lexington, MA • On-site

Keros Therapeutics
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Keros Therapeuticsexternal

$28 - $32/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

At Keros, our mission is to deliver significant clinical benefit to a wide range of patients with disorders that are linked to dysfunctional signaling of the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-ß) family of proteins. With a focus on developing differentiated product candidates that are designed to alter TGF-β signaling, we aim to target the pathways critical for the growth, repair and maintenance of blood cells and a number of tissues, including bone, skeletal muscle, adipose and heart tissue. We believe our product candidates have the potential to unlock the full therapeutic benefits of modulating the TGF-β superfamily and provide disease-modifying benefit to patients.
Job Summary
Keros Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative individual to join our protein sciences team within the Protein Biochemistry group/Research Department. Our group exploits multidisciplinary approaches in protein sciences and protein engineering, to better the understanding of the biochemical, biophysical, and structural functional properties of the biomolecules within the TGF-β superfamily that drive the signaling pathway. Our efforts greatly contribute to advance innovative research and drug discovery and heavily support our discovery pipeline.
You will have the opportunity to learn about early-stage drug discovery from a protein chemistry perspective as well as through internal and external collaboration with other departments. You will play an important role in supporting in vivo and in vitro studies crucial for the progress of our therapeutic research programs by generating high-quality proteins and other reagents in this hands-on laboratory position. The successful candidate will produce and evaluate novel molecules, while being inquisitive about science, able to troubleshoot by consulting literature/colleagues, and capable of adapting to each scientific challenge.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Protein purification: purify proteins to required reagents' quality (FPLC, affinity/ion-exchange/SEC and other chromatographic techniques)
  • Protein characterization: Perform assays and other characterization techniques (SDS-PAGE, Analytical SEC, BLI assays) to characterize therapeutic and novel molecules
  • Protein expression: assist with routine mammalian expression of our therapeutic molecules to support ongoing studies, assess novel drug candidates through transient expression with CHO and HEK cells, establish stable cell-lines of new drug candidates when necessary
  • Maintain clear, accurate documentation of computational and experimental laboratory work and summarize results as needed in study reports.
  • Provide updates at research meetings in both oral and written formats.

Core Competencies (Required Skills)
  • Experience working with wet lab benchwork, lab etiquette, pipetting, and volumetric handling. Ability to perform chemical stoichiometric calculations and buffer preparation.
  • Experience in protein purification using multi-platform chromatography techniques (affinity, ion-exchange, SEC) and /or biophysical methods for protein characterization is highly desirable.
  • Ability to work as part of a cross-functional team and independently with supervision.
  • Exhibit excellent communication and organization skills, detail-oriented, proficient in MS office, data analysis, and slide presentation.
  • Displays a high degree of maturity, honesty, trust, and integrity. Considers a scientific problem/question an opportunity for innovation and intellectual growth.

Preferred Skills
  • Protein chemistry, protein-protein interactions, and/or protein engineering experience.
  • Experience with protein expression in mammalian and/or bacterial cells.
  • Previous co-op or intern experience.

Education Requirements
  • Enrolled in a master's program in biochemistry, structural biology, chemistry, or a related discipline (enrollment needs to be active for the full length of the co-op)

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, and other relevant factors.
Potential base pay range
$28-$32 USD
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Mission Statement:Keros is an inclusive company. We believe that diversity drives innovation. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. As such, Keros takes a holistic approach in mentoring, coaching, and developing all of our Keros team members.
Keros Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies:Keros Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than the candidate directly. Any unsolicited submission by an agency to Keros is prohibited. Any resume submitted by an agency without a signed contract or expressed consent by a member of the Keros Therapeutics Human Resources Department, will be considered property of Keros Therapeutics, and no fee shall be owed with respect thereto.

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