About the role#
This co-op position joins the Boston Structural Chemistry group within the Protein and Structural Chemistry department. You will contribute to projects that apply X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy, and other structural biology approaches to determine high-resolution structures of drug-target complexes. The role provides hands-on experience with modern structural biology workflows, supporting discovery through late-stage development.
What you'll do#
- Perform protein crystallization screening and cryo-EM sample preparation.
- Collect diffraction or imaging data.
- Process data, determine structures, build models, and conduct structural analysis.
- Collaborate with protein scientists, medicinal chemists, computational chemists, and biophysicists.
- Participate in departmental and project team meetings.
- Communicate scientific results through presentations, written reports, and internal research symposia.
- Maintain accurate electronic laboratory records and operate laboratory instrumentation.
- Follow all safety and compliance requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate degree program in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Availability to work full-time for six consecutive months beginning in 2027.
- Experience with at least one of the following: X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy, protein biochemistry, or protein crystallization.
- Experience with structural data processing and analysis.
- Proficiency with molecular visualization and structure refinement software like PyMOL, Coot, ChimeraX, or Phenix.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Modality: This is an on-site position. You must be willing to relocate to the Boston area.
- Term: Full-time for six months starting in 2027.
About MSD
MSD is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1891. It develops medicines and vaccines for both humans and animals. The organization operates globally and maintains its headquarters in Rahway, New Jersey. It employs over 39,000 people.
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