Intern, Antibody Discovery Technologies

Genmab

Posted on: April 24, 2025

Closing: May 24, 2025

Position Type: Intern

Job Description

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
Our internship program provides interns with hands-on experience and relevant projects that directly align with our company’s goals. Additionally, we believe our program provides a valuable opportunity to learn, thrive, and build a strong network. We encourage you to review our website to learn why we’re always looking for smart, purpose-led candidates to play a role in our bold, extra[not]ordinary® future.

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

 

The Role
Join our team as an Intern in Antibody Therapeutics Research, where you will get hands-on experience across multiple disciplines. In this project you will be part of our Cell and Molecular Sciences team, where the focus will be on establishing in vitro display technologies, which are powerful techniques used for the screening and identification of antibodies from large diverse libraries. This internship will provide you with valuable insight and practical experience in molecular biology, protein engineering and antibody discovery and will boost your scientific mindset, and ultimately contribute to improving the lives of cancer patients!

 

 

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and execution of experiments, including optimizing mRNA and cDNA display technologies for antibody screening.
  • Learn and broaden your understanding in molecular biology techniques, such as PCR, mRNA production, cDNA synthesis and in vitro translation.
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot experimental challenges and refine methodologies.
  • Analyze and interpret experimental data while maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records.
  • Actively engage in team meetings by presenting insights and troubleshooting experimental challenges.

 

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program (in molecular biology, biotechnology, immunology, or related fields) or a HBO Life Sciences degree, both connected to a Dutch University/School of applied Sciences.
  • A strong interest in immune-oncology and antibody biology, with an eagerness to learn new technologies.
  • Basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, DNA cloning, mRNA production, cDNA synthesis, in vitro translation).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, proactively managing your projects.
  • High standards for quality and a commitment to continuous improvement through feedback.
  • Business fluent in English.

 

General Internship Information

  • Internship Duration: 6 – 9 months, preferably per 1 September 2025.
  • Location: Utrecht, Netherlands.
  • Schedule: Full-time, onsite role.

 

What’s Next?
Help us learn about you by submitting your complete application, including your resume and a brief motivational letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience. Your application is our first introduction to you, so please answer all relevant questions thoroughly. We will review each submission promptly and, if you advance to the next stage, invite you for further discussions with our hiring team. We look forward to discovering how you can contribute to our mission of advancing innovative 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.

Genmab

Posted on: April 24, 2025

Closing: May 24, 2025

Position Type: Intern

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