2026 Summer Intern – Translational Research, In-Vitro Disease Modeling (PhD student)
$38/h
Kardigana day ago
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Summary
Kardigan is seeking a 2026 Summer Intern – Translational Research, In-Vitro Disease Modeling (PhD student) to join their team in South San Francisco, CA. The role involves contributing to translational cardiovascular research through a focused project on valve interstitial cell behavior using advanced in vitro culture systems.
About the Role
As a Research Intern, you will isolate, culture, and maintain primary valve interstitial cells, fabricate advanced biomaterial constructs, perform immunofluorescence staining, conduct molecular biology assays, and maintain detailed experimental records. You will also prepare summary figures and present findings to the research team at the end of the summer.
About You
Required:
- Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomaterials, or related field.
- Proven experience with hydrogels, biomaterials, or 3D culture systems.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with sterile technique and mammalian cell culture.
- Hands-on experience with immunofluorescence, microscopy, and molecular biology techniques.
Preferred:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
- Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for learning new techniques.
Benefits
- $38 per hour pay.
- Hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research environment.
Kardigan
Kardigan is a patient-driven heart health company that is modernizing cardiovascular drug development to deliver medicines that move patients beyond symptom management to functional cures. By matching critical disease drivers with treatment responders identified in clinical trials, Kardigan is developing a portfolio of medicines that modify the underlying cardiovascular disease pathophysiology to get patients closer to the cures they deserve. For more information about Kardigan, please visit kardigan.bio. If you are interested in joining our passionate and driven team with deep cardiovascular, biotechnology and operational expertise, please visit kardigan.bio or the careers tab of this page.
South San Francisco, CA