Intern, Product Discovery (Project: Activation of immune cells in the tumor microenvironment)

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

Why Genmab

Be part of the extra[not]ordinary®: This is our unique word meaning we go way beyond what is usual; to be remarkable; proudly unique and authentic. This is your opportunity to make a profound difference with one of the world’s top companies solely dedicated to antibody therapeutics – a people-charged biotech innovation powerhouse rooted in science and inspired by patients. Our internship program provides interns with hands-on experience and meaningful projects that directly contribute to our company’s goals. Additionally, we believe that our program offers not just a chance to learn but also the opportunity to grow, network, and play a critical role in our efforts to make a difference for patients, every single day.

Role

Genmab is seeking an Intern for the Product Discovery (PD) department to explore and exploit local activation of immune cells in the tumor microenvironment. The PD team leverages proprietary Genmab antibody formats and technologies to imagine, create, and characterize the next generation of “Knock Your Socks Off” antibody therapeutics to treat cancer and other serious diseases. With your creativity and enthusiasm, you will support the PD team mission and take your ideas from your notebook to the bench and, eventually, to the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with research associates and scientists in PD and other development teams, as well as external parties, on preclinical therapeutic antibody discovery.
• Work under the supervision of research associates and a scientist who will guide you in project oversight, planning, execution, and scientific reporting.
• Contribute to the discovery of new antibody therapeutics by investigating their mechanism of action and activity in vitro and in vivo.
• Support the preclinical proof of concept of new antibody therapeutics.
• Actively contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and patent applications.
• Assist with documentation critical to advancing products into the next stages of development.

Requirements

• You are a HBO-student in Life Sciences or hold a BSc in a relevant field, preferably have experience in the lab already and are looking for (more) industrial experience.
• You have an (strong) interest in immune-oncology.
• You would like to obtain knowledge of antibody biology.
• Experience with functional cellular assays using tumor cells and antibodies is preferred.
• You are creative, enthusiastic, collaborative and goal oriented.
• You have a strong ability to collaborate
• You pro-actively lead your projects in a timely manner and think along with other team members.
• You set high-quality standards and keep an eye on ways to improve your work.
• You welcome and use feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow.
• You are business fluent in English.

General Intern Information

• Internship duration: 6 - 9 months.
• Location: Utrecht, Netherlands.
• Schedule: fulltime onsite role.
  

What’s Next?

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, including your resume and preferably a motivational letter. Your application and resume are our first introduction to you, so please complete all relevant application questions to provide as much information as possible. We will review each submission as quickly as possible to determine whether you meet the qualifications for the role. Due to the volume of applications, we cannot respond to inquiries regarding application status. If you advance to the next step, you will receive an invitation for further discussion. The final step includes interviews with hiring team members, after which we will communicate final decisions to all interviewed candidates. We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of you joining our team to contribute to the advancement of antibody therapeutics!

About You

• You are genuinely passionate about our purpose

• You bring precision and excellence to all that you do

• You believe in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving

• You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with a broad spectrum of backgrounds

• You take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team

• You can grapple with the unknown and be innovative

• You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)

• You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so!

Locations

Genmab maximizes the efficiency of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are crafted as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our powerful laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard-working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, antibody-drug conjugates, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function-enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X .

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