Biology Intern

Research and Development are reasons why we're among the best. We host a non-exhaustive library of all important questions you've ever had about the Black Soldier Fly larvae. As the **Biology Intern**, you will work with the R&D Team to find out what works, and what doesn't in insect farming. For example, which feed composition (texture, ingredients, nutritional value, microbe co-fermentation) best supports larvae development in their different stages? Analyse effects of environmental variables on operational metrics, like day-night cycles, atmospheric pressure, light spectrum, ventilation, emissions etc.

You role as an Biology intern will make meaningful research discoveries, Making Insects Work for You and the World. Interns will be given a project to manage, report and present by the end of the internship period. We’re flexible to adjust the project based on your interests and skills.

This internship runs for 3-6 months.

**Responsibilities**:

- Design an experimental setup for your research project.
- Collect the data and derive reliable conclusions.
- Support and assist R&D team to plan, develop and execute R&D activities.
- Assist in planning and developing the R&D pipeline and infrastructure, including potentially working with 3rd party research partners.
- Maintain laboratory and lab equipment.
- Making sure you gain the most out of your internship experience.

**Requirements**:

- Excellent written and spoken English; you're a confident and concise communicator.
- Able to think on your feet, inquisitive, curious, analytical and strong focus on evidence
- and data-driven reasoning.
- Strong attention to detail, high work standards and pro-active can-do attitude.
- High interest in biotechnology, biology and experiments.
- Compassionate for animals - you will be working with living things after all.
- Open to Malaysian students and fresh graduates. Own transportation and laptop required.
- Students from Biology, biotechnology, life sciences, aquaculture, agricultural sciences and similar fields preferred (but not required).

**What we offer**:

- Meaningful and formative work experience with international, venture-backed, high-growth Agritech/Biotech startup. High chance you will learn more during your internship than during your entire degree
- A dynamic, friendly, diverse and fast-growing team that will support and guide you.
- Food and Travel allowance (RM500/month).
- Private medical insurance and access to panel clinics.
- Free accommodation in staff condo available.~4km from Protenga's facility; separate apartments for male & female staff; double occupancy per room.

**Sounds interesting? - We'd love to hear from you**

Tell us about yourself and some of the awesome work you've done so far that makes you stand out from the crowd.

Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and motivation to join the R&D team at Protenga and your CV/resume that includes a list of two references.

(Sounds exciting, but you're not sure if this is really for you? Just say hi and let's have a chat to explore how we can create a meaningful role for you at Protenga.)

**Location**

Currently all positions are based out of our pilot facility in Senai, Johor, which is located at the Southern tip of Malaysia, about 30km from the Singapore border.

**Job Type**: Internship
Contract length: 3 months

**Salary**: RM500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Senai: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)