About Krystal Bio: At Krystal Biotech, we bring together the brightest and most eager minds to relentlessly pursue the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of genetic medicines to treat diseases with high unmet medical needs.
Founded in 2016, Krystal is distinguished in three powerful ways: science and technology using our patented gene therapy platform, innovative manufacturing supported by our commercial scale facilities, and a unique commercialization model that focuses on the patient’s end-to-end experience.
Krystal received U.S. FDA approval for the first and only redosable gene therapy treatment, VYJUVEK®, for the treatment of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (DEB). Krystal continues to leverage our proprietary platform to rapidly advance a robust pipeline of investigational genetic medicines in respiratory, oncology, dermatology, and ophthalmology.
Krystal is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, which is home to our two state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facilities with teams around the world and satellite offices in Switzerland, Germany, and Japan. We are a company built and run by people who care, are fearless in the face of a challenge, love the work they do, and practice the highest level of scientific integrity. As we grow, we are seeking team members that embody these values.
Job Description Summary:
Krystal Biotech, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Summer Intern to support our Process Development (PD) team. This role will provide hands-on laboratory experience and exposure to both upstream and downstream process development activities supporting our gene therapy platform.
The position will be approximately 60% laboratory-based and 40% data analysis, documentation, and desk-based project work. The intern will contribute to ongoing process optimization and characterization efforts and gain cross-functional exposure within a commercial-stage gene therapy organization.
Ideally, the Intern will be a current junior, heading into their final undergraduate year in ’26-27.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in execution of process development experiments, which may include cell culture, bioreactor support activities, chromatography, filtration, and related unit operations
- Prepare buffers, media, reagents, and materials to support laboratory studies
- Support sample collection, labeling, tracking, and documentation in accordance with internal procedures
- Compile, organize, and analyze experimental data using Excel or other data analysis tools
- Assist with preparation of technical summaries, presentations, and reports
- Support process characterization and optimization studies
- Collaborate with upstream, downstream, analytical development, and manufacturing teams as needed
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and electronic records
- Adhere to safety standards and laboratory best practices
Requirements & Desired Competencies
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline
- Completed at least sophomore year of undergraduate study at time of internship
- Strong interest in biologics, gene therapy, or bioprocess development
- Prior academic laboratory experience required; exposure to cell culture or purification techniques is a plus
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis tools
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Krystal Biotech, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. Krystal Biotech, Inc. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Krystal Biotech, Inc. will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Krystal Biotech, Inc.
