Undergraduate Intern Summer 2023 Research

At A2, our mission is to extend the reach of cell therapy to tackle the next frontier in cancer treatment: solid tumors. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science to transform medicine and turn the tide on serious illness. Central to achieving this mission is our focus on recruiting the best talent and building an environment that enables our team to do the best work of their careers and make an impact on patients and society at large.

As such, we are passionate about developing early-career scientists who are motivated by our mission to fight cancer. This internship opportunity is for undergraduates. It is a full-time paid position (40 hours per week) located at our facility in Agoura Hills, California. The internship will begin mid-late June and continue for 10 weeks. The Drug Discovery group is seeking a Summer Intern with experience in biochemistry or immunology.

As an intern, you will be trained and mentored by some of the brightest minds in the field and exposed to different aspects of the biotech industry. You will acquire valuable hands-on skills and experience while contributing to our science and pipeline in pursuit of life-saving therapies in the fight against cancer. As an intern you will have the opportunity to explore scientific research at the interface of immunology, biophysics, and structural biology. Your project will explore key elements of A2’s state-of-the-art Tmod TM technology, interrogating the design and assembly of the synthetic proteins used in tomorrow’s therapies.

The internship will be integrated within a protein engineering team in Drug Discovery, reporting to a Scientist II. Our internships are designed to prepare and fuel individuals to thrive as they continue their career paths. We are seeking applicants who are passionate about science and ready for a challenge. Come learn with us and jump-start your career in biomedical research! Internship Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Design, execute, and interpret cell-based assays investigating the mechanisms behind CAR T cell therapies Perform essential laboratory techniques including mammalian tissue culture, flow cytometry, and in vitro binding/functional assays. Participate in scientific discussions and communicate findings through an internal presentation at the end of the internship Requirements Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program preferably at Junior year status (“Rising Senior”) at an accredited university / college in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, bioengineering or a related discipline 18 years or older Legally authorized to work in the United States without A2 sponsorship Basic understanding of proteins and the immune system gained through academic study Knowledge and hands-on experience in molecular biology and cell-based assays Ability to execute experiments, analyze and present data independently Strong collaboration and communication skills Self-motivated and well-organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Scientific curiosity and good attention to detail Benefits Intern Benefits: Competitive hourly wage (hourly wage range for this position is $22-$25 per hour) Company holidays during your internship (e.g.

Independence Day on July 4 th ) Paid vacation and sick time Health and wellness programs – Including on-site Gym A2 Bio is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. A2 Bio requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. In accordance with applicable law, A2 will provide reasonable accommodations to staff members who qualify on the basis of a medical reason or a sincerely held religious belief. About A2 Biotherapeutics A2 Bio is a biotech company in Agoura Hills, California. Our goal is to produce a new kind of cell therapy to treat solid tumor cancers.

A2 Bio’s scientists have invented the Tmod™ cell therapy platform to tackle the fundamental challenge in solid tumor treatment—the ability of cancer medicines to distinguish between tumor and normal cells. The Tmod™ mechanism utilizes two receptors to exploit common, specific gene losses in tumors which demarcate the tumor from normal cells. A2 Bio is strongly driven by our commitment to highest quality science, passion to revolutionize treatment for solid tumors, and urgency to bring cell therapies to cancer patients. The combination of talented, hard-working people with the robust Tmod™ platform has fueled the advancement of our pipeline and publications in peer-reviewed scientific papers in the cell therapy field. For more information, please visit (url removed).