About the role#
We are looking for a motivated student to join our team for a co-op term focused on early-stage discovery for our Peripheral Artery Disease program. You will work directly with our Discovery and Molecular Biology teams to provide hands-on experimental support. This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical research and gain exposure to antibody discovery workflows, laboratory automation, and high-throughput cloning pipelines.
What you'll do#
- Execute routine molecular biology and discovery experiments to support target validation, hit identification, and early characterization.
- Perform antibody selection methodologies, including phage display-based biopanning.
- Conduct ELISA-based screening and various binding and characterization assays.
- Contribute to cloning projects and high-throughput cloning pipelines for antibody expression.
- Operate laboratory automation workflows and assist with general laboratory needs across multiple programs.
- Generate high-quality experimental data to support research milestones.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Northeastern University student.
- Foundational knowledge of molecular biology and protein biochemistry.
- Experience with standard wet-lab techniques and the ability to follow protocols accurately.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across multiple projects.
- Prior laboratory experience in an academic or industry setting is preferred.
- Familiarity with phage display, ELISAs, Gibson or Golden Gate Assembly, and maintaining accurate experimental records is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Somerville, Massachusetts.
- Term: January 2027 to June 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, 40 hours per week, on-site.
- Compensation: $25 - $35 per hour.
About Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on inventing and building platform companies that develop products for human health and sustainability. It has originated more than 100 scientific ventures since its inception. The current ecosystem includes over 40 companies, such as Indigo Agriculture and Generate:Biomedicines.
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