**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office **Job Description** As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. LOCATION/DIVISION SPECIFIC INFORMATION Located in the vibrant city of Carlsbad, California, you will join a world-class team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., known for its innovation and dedication to excellence. INTERNSHIP POSITION We are excited to offer a master's project opportunity for a student specializing in cell biology. This project will focus on investigating and developing new reagents for flow cytometry. SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES - Stain cells and run flow cytometry experiments and apply your knowledge in the laboratory - Design experiments and conduct basic troubleshooting using relevant scientific literature. - Maintain mammalian cell culture, working with both primary cells and cell lines, including the preparation of human and mouse primary immune cells. - Compare the performance of different products. - Provide comprehensive documentation and analysis of the findings. As a master's student, you will actively participate in collaborative meetings, present your findings, and contribute to the academic and practical advancements in flow cytometry. QUALIFICATIONS We encourage candidates with the following qualifications to apply: - Currently enrolled in a masters program in biology, immunology, or a related field. - Experience in flow cytometry, lab-based skills, and data analysis. - A quick learner with a willingness to explore and learn topics outside their comfort zone and a great teammate. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES - Strong analytical skills - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment - Excellent problem-solving abilities PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT This role requires spending time in a laboratory setting, strictly adhering to safety protocols. BENEFITS We offer internship remuneration based on level and type of the assignment. **Compensation and Benefits** The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $22.50–$38.50. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: + A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs + Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement + At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy + Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan + Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.