2026 Summer Intern - Bingol Lab, Neuroscience
Department Summary
An internship position is available for a highly motivated and independent scientist to join the laboratory of Baris Bingol in the Department of Neuroscience at Genentech. The Bingol lab investigates the molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, with a particular focus on neuronal and glial proteostasis. This position will center on elucidating the molecular mechanisms of lysosomal and mitochondrial quality control in the context of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.
The Opportunity
Collaborate productively with researchers across departments, present your work to project teams, and contribute to publications.
Join a vibrant Neuroscience community that includes leaders in discovering the molecular causes and therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative diseases.
Participate in the Genentech Internship Program, which provides an exceptional environment for pursuing fundamental scientific questions and sharing your science with a diverse community.
Program Highlights
Intensive 12-weeks full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
Program start dates are in January (Spring) / May /June (Summer).
A stipend will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.
Who You Are
Required Education: Must be pursuing a PhD degree (enrolled student).
Required Majors: Neuroscience or a related field.
Required Skills:
Experience in molecular and cellular neuroscience with hands-on expertise on primary neuronal cultures, iPSC-derived neuronal and glial models, and proficient in biochemistry, imaging, or omics technologies.
Hands-on experience with iPSC-based cultures of CNS cell types, primary rodent cultures, and genetic perturbation methods.
Deep understanding of molecular mechanisms relevant to neurodegeneration, particularly mitochondrial or lysosomal pathways.
An independent and resilient scientist with a strong intrinsic drive who excels in a fast-paced.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:
Proven track record of success in wet-laboratory experimentation.
Excellent data organization, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $46.00 hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.
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