Intern - Bachelor/Master Applied Sciences- R&D Discovery & Technology

We are looking for a motivated fourth-year Bachelor/Master student in Applied Sciences for an internship within our Discovery & Technology department, where you will have the freedom and space for your own initiative. Do you want to know what it's like to be part of one of the largest multinational companies in the pharmaceutical industry?

Welcome to our team

The Discovery & Technology (D&T) department is an essential hub in our organization. This department is focused on investigating novel technologies and assays towards proof-of-concept for novel vaccine solutions. The team consists of ~40 employees, all of whom have extensive knowledge and experience in a multidisciplinary setting (i.e. immunology, biochemistry, virology, cell biology, microbiology, formulation, etc.). The team works closely with other departments within the company to achieve the stated goals.

Your internship assignment

The D&T department is investigating novel platform technologies and vaccine strategies with the purpose to broadly protect piglets against relevant bacterial pathogens which cause post-weaning diarrhea. These pathogens are currently a significant concern in pig farming and effective solutions are lacking. The focus of the internship project will be on developing novel (invitro) assays with the purpose to monitor antigen-specific immune responses in target animals upon evaluation of novel vaccine strategies.

Your responsibilities

• Apply different types of immunological (i.e. ELISA or Alphalisa) and basic cell culture techniques.
• Novel assay development.
• Processing of various biomaterials.
• Providing a fresh perspective to the department by sharing your opinion.

The described tasks form the basic package and will often be performed independently after a proper training and learning period. These tasks may be supplemented with other projects and/or tasks on your own initiative or at the request of the organization.

What is required

• Fourth-year Bachelor/Master student in Applied Sciences or related study.
• Familiarity with basic immunological and biochemical knowledge/skills.
• Excellent Dutch and/or English communication skills, both written and verbal.

What we offer

Interning at our company means working together with your team towards health in an international work environment. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experts and learn from them.

• The chance to gain experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• An opportunity to showcase yourself for potential opportunities after your internship period.
• A challenging and dynamic work environment with plenty of room for personal development and initiative.
• Good guidance from an experienced specialist.

Animal Health Division

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in animal healthcare. We are committed to preserving and improving the health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. As a global team of professionals, we work together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world's food chain. We also have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

Required skills

Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Communication, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Health Economics, Microsoft Office, Office Applications, Process Improvements, Project Management, Public Administration, Reporting and Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Training, Workload Prioritization