Intern, Skeletal Cell Biology Research
Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: December 31, 2025
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Job Description:
/PROJECT: Develop reporter cell lines to monitor gene regulation
in response to treatments that alter signaling pathways.
Incorporate clinically relevant genetic variants into these models
to study their impact on RNA processing and stability, including
evaluation of cellular RNA quality-control mechanisms. Required
Skills: Hands-on experience working in a mammalian cell culture
lab, including aseptic techniques Basic understanding of RNA
biology Ability to follow protocols and standard operating
procedures with precision Strong organizational skills and
commitment to accurate record-keeping A proactive, collaborative
attitude with a willingness to learn new scientific techniques
Desired Skills: Experience with qPCR or ddPCR for gene expression
analysis Familiarity with Western blot or ELISA for protein-level
studies Ability to analyze and visualize data using graphing or
statistical software Qualifications/Eligibility: Undergraduate
student in their 3 rd or 4 th year pursuing a degree in a
scientific discipline. Must be returning to school in the Fall Term
OR has graduated within the 1 year of the start of the program.
Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week. Must be
currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S.
based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the
completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the
start of the program. Must be able to relocate if necessary and
work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for
on-site, hybrid roles. Benefits of a BioMarin Internship: Paid
hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time Apply skills and
knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
Comprehensive, value-added project(s) Develop skills specific to
your major. Opportunities for professional development by building
relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community
lunches Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym,
coffee truck, snacks Access to Employee Resource Groups Note: This
description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of
the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general
nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or
assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated
against on the basis of disability. In the U.S., the salary range
for this position is $24 to $27 per hour , which factors in various
geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into
account internal equity and also may vary depending on the
candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and
experience among other factors.
Keywords: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., San Francisco , Intern, Skeletal Cell Biology Research, Science, Research & Development , San Rafael, California
