About the role#
This is a 6-month co-op program focused on late-stage process development for Type 1 Diabetes cell therapy. You will join the Process Development Upstream team to support experimental design and execution. This role is a full-time, paid position based in Boston.
What you'll do#
- Assist with experimental design and execution to further program development.
- Perform cell culture in 2D environments, such as T-flasks.
- Record, compile, analyze, and present data to the team.
- Assess alternative raw materials to find solutions to current challenges.
- Evaluate stability and variability between lots of raw material.
- Learn about the 3D bioreactor portion of the process.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Biotech, Biology, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Completion of at least one prior internship or co-op.
- Experience with cell culture techniques.
- Proficiency in compiling and graphing data.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States. Please note that sponsorship is not provided for this role.
- Enrollment in an advanced degree program if you are graduating before June 2027.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: January 2027 through June 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company founded in 1989. It focuses on scientific research to develop medicines for serious diseases such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and various forms of pain. The company maintains its global headquarters in Boston and operates research and commercial sites across the globe. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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