About the role#
Our Alloy Discovery Services (ADS) group is seeking a Protein Science Co-op to join our team in Waltham, Massachusetts. This is a full-time, on-site position. You will work within our Protein Sciences group to support the discovery and production of antibody-based therapeutics and recombinant proteins. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in a lab environment while contributing to drug discovery projects.
What you'll do#
- Support the ADS scientific team in the discovery of antibody-based therapeutics.
- Assist with the production, purification, and characterization of in-house and partner recombinant proteins.
- Gain experience with mammalian cell culture, protein design, and engineering.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, including HPLC, FPLC, and automation platforms like TECAN and Opentrons.
- Maintain accurate and detailed written records of all laboratory activities.
- Learn the end-to-end Protein Sciences and Antibody Discovery workflow.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Biology or Biomedical Sciences program.
- A strong interest in protein engineering and production for drug discovery.
- An independent sense of urgency, persistence, and integrity.
- A willingness to learn and grow within a team environment.
- Previous lab experience, such as a prior internship or co-op, is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Waltham, Massachusetts.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time role.
- Term: Rolling start date.
- Compensation: Paid position, ranging from $23 to $32 per hour based on experience.
- Benefits: Includes a monthly commuter benefit, access to our monthly seminar series, and the opportunity to present your research at the end of your term.
About Alloy Therapeutics, Inc.
Alloy Therapeutics is a biotechnology research organization founded in 2017. Based in Boston, the company provides integrated platforms and data to help partners develop medicines. It maintains a global presence with offices in the United States and Europe. The firm employs 156 people and supports more than 200 partners in the pharmaceutical industry.
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