Summer intern Neuroscience at Arvinas in New Haven - CT

Summary: Arvinas is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies to degrade disease-causing proteins. They are seeking a summer intern to support preclinical drug discovery for neurology indications, where the intern will learn basic biology techniques and assist in various scientific tasks under mentorship. Responsibilities: - Learn selected basic biology techniques from Arvinas staff with the goal of proficiency to the point of independently following detailed protocols to support in vitro pharmacology - Document experimental work in an Electronic Laboratory Notebook & learn associated ELN protocols - Attend project meetings and internal seminars at the direction of Mentor - Read and present key papers from the relevant scientific literature at Summer Student Journal Club Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with a science discipline component - Ability to work without the need for a current or future VISA sponsorship - Ability to lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted - Work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious and hazardous materials - Gown/degown PPE - Use a computer - Engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging - Engage in problem solving, analysis and dialogue - Collaborate with others - Maintain general availability during standard business hours Preferred Qualifications: - Prior lab-based biology background, including coursework with a lab component - Prior independent research experience Required Skills: Cell culture, Quantitative protein analysis Important Skills: Molecular biology techniques, Pharmacology principles Nice-to-Have Skills: Data analysis, Scientific literature review, Documentation skills