Summary
Elephas is a Madison, WI based biotechnology start-up company working to build an instrument and assay platform that will inform how clinicians treat cancer patients around the world. We are seeking an Imaging Intern to who is looking to join a group of motivated people driven to providing hope to cancer patients globally.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for science and a commitment to team success and pursuing a degree in biology or a related field. This is a great opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in growing a company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Help design and implement experiments supporting translational development goals
- Identify and innovate solutions to complex problems
- Handle live biological specimens safely and free from contamination in tissue culture
- Process live and fixed biological specimens
- Support development and validation of novel processes and assays
- Improve processes through application of observations, scientific knowledge, and experience while in compliance with change control procedures
- Participate in data analysis and support of data conglomeration
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
- Adhere to all safety protocols
- Keep accurate and timely records in electronic laboratory notebooks
- Perform operations to meet quality expectations throughout the process
Education/Experience/Skills
- Currently working towards finishing a Bachelor’s degree in biology, immunology, molecular biology, developmental biology, bioengineering, biophysics, or a related life sciences discipline
- Experience in safe tissue handling methods
- Self-starter, able to work independently and take initiative
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with laboratory instruments and production equipment
Benefits
- Practical experience with varied business activities
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training with experience and accomplished professionals
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible schedule
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
What We Do
Elephas is developing a technology platform to assess how live tumor cells respond to cancer therapies. We are harnessing the latest advances in cancer biology, multimodal microscopy, engineering, and artificial intelligence to revolutionize cancer treatment. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, with the number of patients projected to triple by 2060. Despite advances in precision medicine and a significant increase in the number of available therapies, many cancer patients still derive no benefit from their treatment. Immunotherapy is an emerging type of treatment that can greatly benefit patients when it is successful. Unfortunately, today only 1 in 3 patients receiving therapy respond and only 1 in 5 receiving immunotherapy respond. We maintain the native 3-dimensional cellular architecture of a patient’s tumor and enable ex-vivo real-time profiling of live tumor samples. The platform is being developed for use with immunotherapy agents alone and in combination with traditional chemotherapy and targeted therapies. THE ELEPHAS MISSION To develop innovative cancer diagnostic products and services that enable accurate prediction of clinical treatment outcomes and accelerate drug development
