Process & Assay Development Engineer Intern

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Position Overview

The Process Development & Automation (PDA) Intern will assist the PDA team in evaluating instrumentation capabilities and process improvements. In addition, the intern will assist the Assay Development team in evaluating key reagent capabilities needed for process improvements. This position is intended to be a full-time opportunity for an undergraduate to obtain hands-on experience in the Process Development field while contributing to testing requirements necessary to establish robust Process Development & Automation workflows.

This is a 5 days/week onsite internship in Redwood City, CA during Summer 2025.

Essential Duties

• Assist with evaluating instrumentation capabilities and process improvements.
• Assist with performing instrument qualifications and reagent testing.
• Perform all service activities in compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory bodies (e.g., OSHA, CLIA, etc.).
• Assist with filing and organizing activities.
• Assist with other support duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• Must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to use troubleshooting skills to help identify and diagnose anomalies in instrument and assay performance.
• Must be highly organized and able to produce high quality work as a part of a team.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Adaptable, open to change and able to work in ambiguous situations and respond to new information and unexpected circumstances.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Scheduling requirements:
  • Ability to work designated schedule.
  • Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Physical requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for approximately 1% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to work seated for approximately 40% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 60% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 30% of a typical working day.
  • Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
  • Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Enrollment towards Bachelor's Degree in the Life Sciences or Engineering with at least two years of college-level coursework.
• Technical skills:
  • Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
  • Basic Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel macros and pivot tables and Word mail merge.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of outstanding academic achievement.

Salary Range:

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

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