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The Role
The Pathology team in Utrecht is looking for a new intern to work on a student project involving detection of complement deposition in human tissue.
Responsibilities
- Development and performance of new and state-of-the-art molecular pathology techniques to detect and quantify protein expression in normal and diseased tissues, using single/multiplex IHC/IF and proximity ligation assays on automated platforms (Leica Bond / Ventana Discovery).
- Generation of microscopic slide scans using standard bright field and fluorescence whole slide scanners and performance of quantitative image analysis.
- Translation of scientific questions into experimental plans and manage these into wet-lab activities.
- Support on the reporting of scientific results in reports.
Requirements
- The candidate has a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and is currently pursuing a Master's degree (connected to a Dutch university) in a relevant area, e.g. biomedical sciences or biomedical engineering, molecular biology, life sciences, immunology, or similar.
- Knowledge and understanding of molecular pathology techniques
- Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment in collaboration with a diverse group of scientists and other stakeholders.
- Ability to be proactive, enthusiastic and goal oriented.
- Strong communication English skills, both oral and written.
About You
- You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment
- You bring rigor and excellence to all that you do. You are a fierce believer in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving
- You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds
- You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
- You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative
- You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
- You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so
Locations
Genmab leverages the effectiveness of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are designed as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our collaboratively designed office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.
About Genmab
Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose guiding its unstoppable team to strive towards improving the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For more than 20 years, its passionate, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and leveraged translational research and data sciences, which has resulted in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators, effector function enhanced antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates. To help develop and deliver novel antibody therapies to patients, Genmab has formed 20+ strategic partnerships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO™) antibody medicines.
Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with locations in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Princeton, New Jersey, U.S. and Tokyo, Japan.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
We are committed to fostering workplace diversity at all levels of the company and we believe it is essential for our continued success. No applicant shall be discriminated against or treated unfairly because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Learn more about our commitments on our website.
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