About the role#
Wave Life Sciences is seeking an IT Lab and GxP Systems Support Co-op to join our program for the Winter 2027 term. This role provides hands-on experience supporting IT infrastructure within a laboratory and regulated environment. You will work on-site in Lexington, Massachusetts, as a full-time member of the IT team.
What you'll do#
- Provide daily IT support for laboratory and GxP-regulated systems.
- Collaborate with IT Technical Specialists and Business Analysts to deliver technical solutions.
- Manage and resolve support tickets through the FreshService platform.
- Create and maintain Knowledge Base articles to assist with system upkeep and user education.
- Learn and apply best practices for system support in a regulated GxP environment.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- A preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A solid understanding of Windows operating systems.
- Basic IT troubleshooting skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Lexington, MA.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid co-op position for the Winter 2027 term.
About Wave Life Sciences
Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2012, it focuses on the development of RNA medicines. The company uses its PRISM platform to design therapeutic candidates for rare and common disorders. Its current pipeline includes programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Huntington disease, and obesity.
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