Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact myocardial muscle function and contractility.
At Cytokinetics we are dedicated to supporting the next generation of biotech professionals through our annual Cytokinetics Internship Program. We believe that investing in enthusiastic students and recent graduates brings fresh perspectives and insights to our teams and we take pride in providing opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects. Through our Internship Program we aim to provide a challenging and rewarding experience to build a strong foundation for a career in the biopharmaceutical industry.
This is a paid internship at our South San Francisco headquarters. The program is for approximately 12 weeks beginning in late May/early June.
Under the mentorship of the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team, the intern will work closely with cross-functional teams to promote EHS culture, uphold compliance, and drive continual improvement. The EHS intern will engage in a variety of activities such as performing industrial hygiene risk assessments and exposure monitoring, training and communication, and ergonomic assessments.
Job Description:
- Support EHS Program Implementation by assisting with the development and implementation of EHS policies and procedures
- Help ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations by maintaining records and assisting in audits and inspections
- Assist with the documentation and reporting of workplace incidents, near misses, and corrective actions
- Support with updating EHS training content and employee training profiles
- Help track and analyze EHS metrics, including incidents, safety observations, and waste management, and assist with preparing reports
- Assist in performing risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate them
- Assist in the development of EHS communications
- Support ergonomic workspace evaluations
- Assist with sustainability projects and initiatives
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Public Heath, Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, or a related field
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic knowledge of EHS regulations and standards is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Smart Sheet
Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as the service line and location where this position may be filled.
Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.
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Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do – all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.
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Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer