Laboratory Equipment Intern (8-month Co-op/Internship)

Each of us cares about someone who will need medicines. That’s why our vision is to repeatedly beat the odds to deliver breakthrough medicines to patients that need them. We pursue truth and scientific rigour and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown. 

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in a relevant field  to join our Laboratory Equipment Team as a Laboratory Equipment Assistant for an 8 month co-op term, starting May 2026. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest and curiosity for laboratory equipment and its management and maintenance. This position will provide hands-on training in our CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) and exposure to the world class technology that drives AbCellera’s drug development engine. 

While in this position, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will receive guidance and supervision from experienced team members within the Lab Equipment team. The co-op is designed to offer exposure to real-world projects and the opportunity to contribute to the goal of producing first-in-class and best-in-class antibody therapeutics for patients. 

How you might spend your days

• Equipment maintenance and calibration
• Assisting in the routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to quality standards by organizing and managing our vendors and processing their work orders
• Assisting senior team members to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly
• CMMS administration
• Maintaining accurate records of laboratory equipment
• Participating in CMMS audits and assist in completion of asset record data
• Participating in developing and tailoring CMMS modules to enhance system functionality and user interface design; you will gain some exposure to code scripts, including JavaScript, HTML and CSS
• Lab safety and compliance
• Adhering to and promoting laboratory safety protocols
• Assisting in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Collaboration
• Working closely with Lab Equipment team members to support new projects in our various laboratories 
• Collaborating with the Lab Equipment team and scientists to understand specific equipment needs that span from repairs to evaluating new equipment

We'd love to hear from you if

• You are enrolled in a Diploma or Bachelor’s program in a relevant field (Biotechnology/Engineering)
• You have a strong interest and curiosity about laboratory technology and equipment
• You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• You are able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• You have excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical information clearly

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $3,300 - $3,700 per month, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, we offer a number of ways to support AbCellerites in maximizing their work-life synergy. You will have a vacation allowance as well as additional days off as part of our company-wide office closures (a real value to all!), and sick leave time while on your internship. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find a strong sense of community and connections across AbCellera through our work, clubs, and socials.

About AbCellera

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do. 

We are a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing antibody-based medicines in the areas of endocrinology, women’s health, immunology, and oncology. We have built a platform for advancing antibody drug programs from target to clinic, and we are using it to build our internal pipeline.

Today, our pipeline includes two drug candidates in clinical development, two preclinical development candidates (DCs) in Investigational New Drug (IND)-enabling activities, and more than 20 active discovery programs across multiple modalities and indications.

We believe that when tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience. 

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23356 in your cover letter. We receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. All communication from our Talent Discovery team will come from an @abcellera.com email address.

Start date: May 4, 2026

Duration: 8 months

Location: Vancouver, BC

Workplace arrangement: On-site