Internship: Immunoassay Intern, Italy – 2026

Context

GSK vaccines main goal is to develop innovative vaccines to protect people from serious disease. As part of GSK Bacterial Scientific Area, the laboratory of Preclinical serology evaluates the immune response induced by vaccine candidates at preclinical level, by using and developing novel serology assays. The intern will be part of a team of scientists, will develop binding and functional assays, executing scientific experiments and will contribute to the interpretation of scientific data in support of research projects.

Project description
The intern will acquire knowledge of various serological techniques, which will be used to characterize the immune response induced by vaccine candidates. Activities will both support the advancement of vaccine projects, as well as the discovery pipeline. The work will be focused on the determination of antibodies level in animal sera, as well as in human samples and antibodies characterization including their functionality.

Qualifications & Skills:
• Master's Degree in Biology Biotechnology,



Bio Engineer or equivalent.
• Knowledge of ELISA method, as well as interest in vaccine development and immunology constitutes a plus.
• Good Computer skills including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and design of experiments is beneficial.
• Fluent in Italian and English
• Strong motivation
• Adaptability skills
• Team-work skills

Expected Start Date: November/December 2026

Duration: 6 months (renewable)

Application Deadline: 21st of October 2026. We recommend applying as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please apply early to ensure your application can be considered.

Type of Contract: Extracurricular Internship

Work Mode: 100% on-site

Would you like to gain valuable global work experience and help make a positive impact on the health of billi

📌 Internship: Immunoassay Intern, Italy – 2026 (Siena)
🏢 Gsk
📍 Siena