Exact Sciences

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At Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re working to help others.

Position Overview

Pipeline Product Development Intern.

This position is based in Madison, WI.

The Pipeline Product Development Intern will support activities aimed at advancing future cancer diagnostic products for Exact Sciences.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an undergraduate degree in the life sciences—such as chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology—and has hands-on laboratory experience through research, coursework, or related work. Candidates should be familiar with scientific methodology, basic statistical principles, and demonstrate strong attention to detail, along with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

During the internship, the intern will gain valuable exposure to the biotechnology industry, with a focus on the product development process, including:

• Reagent development
• Assay development and optimization
• Design transfer
• Analytical verification and validation

Working under the guidance of experienced scientists, the intern will assist with:

• Executing bench experiments
• Assembling and analyzing data
• Presenting findings to contribute to new product development or improvement of existing products

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct basic, bench level experiments
• Assist with general laboratory duties
• Generate data and analyze results
• Assist with specimen processing including but not limited to blood and stool
• Assist with DNA extraction methods
• Assist with nucleic acid amplification methods
• Assist with immunoassay methods
• Assist with other support duties as assigned
• Safely operate scientific instrumentation and equipment
• Effectively utilize and apply established methods or technologies
• Maintain an accurate lab notebook
• Ability to complete assignments in expected time frame
• Ability to work in a BSL-2 environment following Biosafety guidelines
• May perform repetitious actions using lab tools and equipment
• Maintain an updated training record
• Display strong written and oral communication skills including communicating experimental results to supervisor and other scientists
• Display a strong attention to detail
• Display strong ability to communicate and work effectively within team and department
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.
• Ability to use a telephone through a headset.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment; including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, and pipettes for extended periods of time.
• May perform repetitious actions using lab tools.
• Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in a Life Sciences field.
• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, and word processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not Applicable.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company’s affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request

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Salary Range:

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The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WI - Madison on a full-time basis.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us here.

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

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