Research Scientist Intern

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Undergraduate Research Scientist Intern - San Jose

Join a team that is changing millions of lives.

Transforming smiles. Transforming lives. Transforming an industry.

AtAlign Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next.

We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation.

Our teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

About this opportunity

Align Technology, Inc. (the maker of Invisalign aligners) is looking for a Research Scientist Intern. The Research Scientist Intern will be responsible for assisting the Emerging Technology team.

He / she will work closely on individual research projects focusing on new electrochemical biosensor development while assisting ongoing research and development projects.

The position is located at Align’s corporate headquarters in San Jose, California, and is for a full-time role starting in the summer 2025.

Intern Program Details

What sets this program apart from others?

You’ll join a community of interns and participate in events curated just for you, including skills workshops and intimate sessions with Executive leaders.

You will be assigned a manager to guide and support you through our individualized GROW Professional Development process.

You’ll also receive a mentor to provide day-to-day advice as you become the best professional version of yourself.

How long is the program?

Our Internship Program begins May 2024 and runs through August 2024. You'll contribute to challenging projects with high impact during this 10 to 12-week paid internship.

In this role, you will

• Assist research scientists in laboratory benchtop testing.
• Perform laboratory benchtop test to evaluate product performance.
• Analyze and perform statistical data analysis and interpretation.
• Duties will also include general engineering support in R&D.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team in product development and test plans.
• Participate in weekly project update meetings and present data, findings, and conclusions to the team.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines.

In this role, you’ll need

• To be a student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry, Biophysics, Bioengineering, or related scientific disciplines.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory benchtop testing.
• Team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Responsibilities may be quite diverse of a technical nature.
• This position is located in San Jose and requires in-person attendance at the office 3 days a week from May-August 2025.
• Relocation assistance is not provided*.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to present findings concisely and effectively.
• Familiarity with software packages for data processing and analysis (e.g. MATLAB, Python, Minitab, Excel).

Sound like a good fit?

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About Align

Invisalign clear aligners, iTero Intraoral scanners, and OrthoCAD digital services that help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, cutting-edge dental options to their patients.

Global Diversity Statement :

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees.

We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran or disability status.

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Primary Location Base Salary Range : $15.00 per hour to $55.00 per hour USD

Base salary ranges are a guideline used to determine appropriate pay. Placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members.

For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically. For field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable commission plan.

A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S. Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

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