Job Description
<font class="bold">Job Description:</font>As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Our independence helps us cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term perspective that enables us to achieve growth and scale, while remaining agile and true to our 'people first' philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring is relentless in its pursuit of science that drives powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to the world's oldest enemy: disease.As the 2025 Summer Intern - Quality Control Bioanalytical you will gain hands-on experience in cell culture within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment; learn and perform qPCR identity testing, adhering to GMP standards; participate in equipment maintenance and calibration with a focus on GMP compliance; and develop expertise in GMP-compliant materials handling practices.With Ferring, you will be joining a recognized leader, identified as one of "The World's Most Innovative Companies" by <i>Fast Company</i>, and honored by <i>Fortune</i> with inclusion on its "Change the World List," for addressing society's unmet needs. Ferring US is also Great Places to Work Certified, distinguishing it as one of the best companies to work for in the country.<b>Responsibilities<i>:</i></b><ul><li>Maintain cell cultures in accordance with GMP requirements.</li><li>Assist with flow cytometry equipment maintenance.</li><li>Perform equipment calibration tasks in the QC Bioanalytical laboratory.</li><li>Review QC Bioanalytical standard operating procedures (SOPs) to identify gaps and recommend improvements.</li></ul><b>Requirements:</b><ul><li>Graduate-level studying Biological Sciences, with a solid academic foundation in Cell and Molecular Biology.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, fostering teamwork and a positive attitude.</li><li>Highly organized, proactive, and enthusiastic about continuous improvement.</li><li>Comfortable and experienced working in laboratory settings, preferably in cell and molecular biology labs.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Physically capable of standing for up to four hours at a time and performing tasks that involve lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds.</li></ul><span>This is an onsite position that must be able to work at the Parsippany, NJ office 5 days per week.</span><b>Standard Requirements for all intern positions:</b><ul><li>Ability to complete the entire 10-week program (from May 27, 2025 to August 1, 2025) and commit to 37.5 hours per week</li><li>Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above; college transcript required</li><li>Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university for undergraduate, graduate or PharmD program</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Ferring cannot sponsor work visas for summer interns</li><li>At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date</li><li>Pass a drug screen and background check prior to start date</li><li>Virtual interviews with HR and hiring manager</li><li>Final presentation to manager & department team members at the end of the 10-week program (mandatory)</li><li>Must apply to online job posting and provide resume & cover letter</li><li><b>Application deadline is Friday, January 17, 2025</b></li></ul><b>Ferring + you </b>At Ferring, we offer competitive total compensation along with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. From working hours that respect your lifestyle, a culture that is welcoming and equitable, and the chance to work with the industry's most i