2026 Summer Intern - Biomaterials
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We’re a well-funded start-up. You’ll get a chance to wear many hats, be a part of a growing team, and have the potential for exciting financial and career growth.
Here’s what sets us apart. We’ve set our sights on some of the biggest challenges facing biology today. We’re amassing a world class team of engineers, scientists, team builders and problem solvers to tackle these challenges heads-on. We’re passionate about developing the next generation technologies that will unravel the complexities of biology.
This is a unique opportunity to build, be part of an exciting start-up and be surrounded by good humans who are super capable, humble and down-to- earth.
As a Summer Intern reporting to the Scientist II, you will gain exposure to real-world biotech R&D work through biomaterials-focused projects. You will design and run experiments to characterize biomaterial systems, analyze data to generate insights, and collaborate with a cross-functional team to advance our technology while gaining experience with Cellanome’s platform.
Position overview:
- You will apply principles from materials science and cell biology to develop and evaluate biomaterial systems through iterative experimentation and data analysis. This role is ideal for someone who is intellectually curious, creative, and motivated to turn ideas into well-executed experiments and data-drive insights in a collaborative environment.
What makes you a good fit:
- Currently enrolled PhD student in bioengineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Able to commit to a 10–12-week program during Summer 2026.
- Experience working with biomaterials including polymers and hydrogels.
- Experience with materials characterization techniques (e.g., microscopy, rheometry).
- Experience evaluating cell-material interactions.
- Strong data analysis and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
In California, the estimated pay range for this position is $40-$45/hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
What you can expect from us:
You’ll feel the energy when you walk in our door – we work hard, we have fun and we have ambitious plans to grow. Cellanome offers a comprehensive employment package that includes a competitive salary, generous stock options, great individual, and family health plans, a 401(k) and flexibility to balance work and life.
We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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