About Us
In 2010, CGT Global was created to change the entire life science and medical industry. We accelerate research and clinical trials through our expansive Collection Centers, state-of-the-art cell manufacturing laboratories, and by actively building the largest global network of hospitals and clinics. In doing this, we change the landscape of research and clinical projects, effectively, efficiently, and at the speed in which patients expect. That means new cures and treatments can reach patient care faster, giving months and years back to the people afflicted with serious medical conditions.
Our Mission: We accelerate the cure and prevention of significant medical conditions at life changing speed.
The RoleDuties and Essential Job FunctionsThis hands-on, supervised internship provides valuable experience in biospecimen collection and laboratory processing, supporting both laboratory and donor-facing operations. Interns will gain practical knowledge in handling and processing biological samples (e.g., blood, bone marrow, plasma), learn essential laboratory techniques, and contribute to regulated clinical collection activities in compliance with GMP, GLP, and HIPAA standards.This internship is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in gaining real-world experience in clinical research, biotechnology, or biomedical laboratory sciences.To be successful, the Laboratory Intern will do the following:
- Handle, isolate, characterize and freeze peripheral blood, cord blood, bone marrow, plasma, and other products
- Follow procedures for flow cytometry, immunostaining, cell separation, and cell counting
- Update work orders, production tracking, and batch record upload in Sage ERP system
- Perform quality control reviews and properly label products
- Calibrate, clean and flush flow cytometer and other laboratory equipment
- Follow procedures to clean and maintain laboratory areas
- Follow, amend, and submit updates to regulatory documents to continually increase product and workflow quality
- Practice Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and participate in continuous improvement
- Perform cell culture when assigned.
- Other duties as assigned
To be successful, the Collection Center Intern will do the following:
- Draw blood using proper venipuncture protocols and techniques
- Consent patients for donation and answer any donor questions
- Maintain client and patient confidentiality and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
- Complete CGT Global and client paperwork with great attention to detail
- Properly label and package samples.
- Perform QC check on own paperwork before shipping out any samples
- Adhere to all HIPAA rules and regulations
- Manage time and workload with minimal supervision
- Communicate effectively with manager and coworkers during work hours
- Perform cell counts on samples
- Assist in bone marrow aspirations as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Experience in the proper use of micropipettes, and serological pipettes
- Ability to learn scientific processes in an expedient manner.
- Ability to follow protocols to maintain quality systems.
- Knowledge of cryopreservation techniques.
- Experience in sterile and aseptic techniques in a laboratory setting.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs.
- Flexible work schedule will be needed based on project requirements.
CGT Global is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
