Genetic and Metabolic Disease Co-op

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.