Analytical, Protein Sciences Intern

Arcellx • Rockville, MD

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. We believe that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Our team members are made up of talented innovators and dreamers working from our offices in Rockville, Maryland, and Redwood City, California. At Arcellx, we hire exceptional people and create a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that allows everyone to do their best work. What Matters to Us Living our core values is essential to maintaining a work environment that is high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative. We look for candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and bring different backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team. Arcellx Core Values Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Think ‘we’ before ‘me’: We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals. Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what’s right. The “Fine Print” – What You’ll Do Develop, optimize, and finalize protein glycan analysis methods under the guidance of senior team members. Assist with lentivirus characterization using mass spectrometry as needed. Perform data analysis and support systematic troubleshooting; document method development activities and communicate progress and results to the project team. Prepare and present research findings, interim updates, and final deliverables to the team as required.

Requirements

• Candidates enrolled in graduate or PhD programs in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related disciplines are preferred; however, undergraduate students with hands-on experience in protein characterization are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC systems equipped with UV and fluorescence detection, including released glycan analysis using the 2-AB (2-aminobenzamide) labeling method.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and effective communication skills.
• Our ideal candidate has a foundational understanding and hands-on experience on protein characterization and analytical techniques.
• The candidate should be comfortable performing method development with minimal supervision, capable of interpreting data analysis, thoroughly documenting experimental details, and effectively communicating results within the team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in protein characterization and proteomics study using mass spectrometry is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and finalize protein glycan analysis methods under the guidance of senior team members.
• Assist with lentivirus characterization using mass spectrometry as needed.
• Perform data analysis and support systematic troubleshooting; document method development activities and communicate progress and results to the project team.
• Prepare and present research findings, interim updates, and final deliverables to the team as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed