Molecular Biology Intern

About Us

48Hour Discovery, a Canadian biotechnology company founded in 2017, specializes in peptide-based drug discovery. Using an innovative target screening technology, 48HD accelerates the identification of promising drug leads. The company's mission is to significantly reduce the cost, time, and risk involved in developing new therapies. With a strong focus on innovation, 48HD is dedicated to advancing drug discovery for improved healthcare solutions.

Role Description

This is a part-time, on-site role for a Molecular Biology Intern based at the Biotechnology Business Development Center. This position requires afternoon/evening work. The intern will support ongoing research and experiments done during the day by full-time scientists. The successful candidate will contribute to the team by completing reactions, prepping new experiments for the following day, and basic stocking/lab maintenance. The role will also involve collaborating with the team to support peptide screening pipelines and contributing to the development of innovative drug discovery methods. Apply by sending your resume/CV and cover letter to kmaiorana@48hourdiscovery.com and wkirby@48hourdiscovery.com with "[your name] - Molecular Biology Intern" in the subject line. Applications sent through LinkedIn will not be considered.

Duties

• Complete reactions started during during the day by senior scientists with minimal support or supervision.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures including preparation of samples by PCR/qPCR, buffer and reagent prep, agarose gel electrophoresis, bacterial culture prep, and solution calibrations.
• Provide general lab support including washing glassware, autoclaving clean materials, cleaning work stations, waste disposal, and more.
• Calibrate, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot instruments.
• Keeping a detailed lab notebook and leave update notes for daytime scientists.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Recently graduated or undergraduate students in their final year in molecular biology or related field.
• Undergraduate lab work/research project required (lab courses do not apply).
• Strong basic laboratory skills: qPCR, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis.
• Aseptic technique experience (Bacterial/cell culture work is an asset).
• Experience conducting research and analyzing scientific data.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a laboratory setting.
• Availability for afternoon/evening shifts (between 2-9 pm, M-F, occasional weekends).

Job type: Part-time, in-person internship, ongoing

Pay: $20/hour

Expected hours: 6-15 hours/week

Schedule: Evening shifts as needed Monday-Friday. Must be able to come in on short notice (2-4 days before the shift). Scheduling is flexible to accommodate students.

Application deadline: November 26, 2026