Abiologics: In Vitro Pharmacology Co-Op

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Build alongside founders

Future opportunities

Collaborative team

Ownership of work

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Abiologics, Inc. is seeking a motivated co-op to join the Pharmacology team for a 6-month term in Watertown, MA.

You will perform cell-based and biochemical assays under mentorship and advance Abiologics’ platform while contributing to pipeline progress. You will gain hands-on experience with qPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry and reporter assays, learn good documentation, and collaborate across Flagship Pioneering’s ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related discipline; master’s students preferred
• Coursework and/or hands-on laboratory experience with mammalian cell culture techniques
• Familiarity with, or coursework exposure to, cell-based and biochemical assay techniques such as qPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence staining, TR-FRET, or reporter gene assays
• Strong attention to detail and good record-keeping habits, with the ability to maintain a clear and accurate laboratory notebook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific data and findings clearly
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new techniques and adapting to evolving project needs
• Prior research, internship, or co-op experience in an academic, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform cell-based and biochemical assays under the guidance of a Pharmacology team member to support pipeline programs
• Execute an independent project, developed with a mentor, intended to advance Abiologics’ platform technology
• Assist with mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of cell lines, transient and stable transfection, and generation of reporter cell lines
• Support execution of cell-based and bioanalytical assays such as qPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry, and reporter gene assays
• Help analyze and interpret experimental data, and present findings to the Pharmacology team and broader project teams
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory notebooks in accordance with good documentation practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally with members of the design-make-test team, including Computational Design and Chemistry & Screening
• Present a summary of project progress and outcomes at the conclusion of the co-op term

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

qPCR

Western blot

Flow cytometry

Immunofluorescence

Reporter gene assays

Data analysis

Documentation

Education

BS/MS in cell biology or related discipline

Tools

TR-FRET

Job description

This position is open exclusively to current Northeastern University Co-Op students.

Work Period:
January 2027 to June 2027. This is a full - time, 40 hours per week position with 5 days in office.

Location: Watertown, MA

About Abiologics, Inc.

Abiologics, Inc. is a privately held, early-stage biotechnology company on a mission to make biology better throughan innovative therapeutic modality. We are pioneering the development ofSynteinsTM, a transformational class of macromolecular medicines unlocked by novel synthetic and computational technologies.Abiologicsis actively seeking exceptional scientists who are passionate about drivingtherapeutic modalityinnovationin biotechnology.

About Flagship Pioneering

Abiologics, Inc. was founded by Flagship Pioneering’s venture creation engine that invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple products that transform human health or sustainability. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated and fostered more than 100 scientific ventures, resulting in more than $90 billion in aggregate value. Many of the company’s Flagship has founded have addressed humanity’s most urgent challenges: vaccinating billions of people against COVID-19, curing intractable diseases, improving human health, preempting illness, and feeding the world by improving the resiliency and sustainability of agriculture. Flagship has been recognized twice on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list, an annual ranking of companies that have made a positive social and environmental impact through activities that are part of their core business strategies and has been twice named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more about Flagship at www.flagshippioneering.com.

FlagshipPioneering Co-Op Program

Welcome to Flagship Pioneering Co-Op Program for the cohort dreaming big and taking courageous leaps. You’ll join fellow peers across our ecosystem of companies and learning firsthand how we build first-in-category companies. You’ll have access to enrichment sessions, a dedicated professional development track, and a mentor that help guide you toward your next step. By the end, you will carry on a meaningful project outcome, a genuine network, and a front-row view of how Flagship pioneer new ventures that change the world.

About the Role

We are looking foremotivatedand curiousco-opto join ourPharmacologyteamfor a 6-month term.In this role, the successful candidatewill perform biochemical and cell-based assays under the guidance and mentorship of aPharmacology teammember. In addition to supporting ongoing team prioritiestoprogressAbiologics’ pipeline, the co-op will execute an independent project intended to advanceAbiologics’ platform, with support from their mentor and the broader Pharmacology team. This role will collaborate cross-functionally with a diverse design-make-test team acrossAbiologics, offering hands‑on exposure to how a Flagship Pioneering-founded biotechnology company operationalizes discovery science.

Key Responsibilities

Perform cell-based and biochemical assays under the guidance of a Pharmacology team member tosupportpipelineprograms

Execute an independent project, developed with a mentor, intended to advanceAbiologics’ platform technology

Assist with mammalian cell culture, including maintenance of cell lines, transient and stable transfection, and generation of reporter cell lines

Support execution of cell-based and bioanalytical assays such asqPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry, and reporter gene assays

Help analyze and interpret experimental data, and present findings to the Pharmacology team and broader project teams

Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory notebooks in accordance with good documentation practices

• Collaborate cross-functionally with members of the design-make-test team, including Computational Design and Chemistry & Screening
• Present a summary of project progress and outcomes at the conclusion of the co-op term

Experience & Qualifications

Currently pursuing a BS or MS in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related discipline; master’s students preferred

Coursework and/or hands-on laboratory experience with mammalian cell culture techniques

Familiarity with, or coursework exposure to, cell-based and biochemical assay techniques such asqPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry,immunofluorescence staining,TR-FRET, or reporter gene assays

Strong attention to detail and good record-keeping habits, with the ability to maintain a clear and accurate laboratory notebook

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey scientific data and findings clearly

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new techniques and adapting to evolving project needs

Prior research, internship, or co-op experience in an academic, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical setting is preferred

What We Offer

• Build alongside founders. You’ll work inside the same hypothesis-driven process Flagship uses to conceive and launch first-in-category companies.
• This can be the start of a longer story. Strong co-ops are considered for future opportunities across Flagship and its portfolio companies, not just for this one role.
• Work alongside people who left the safe path. Your colleagues are scientists, engineers, and operators who chose to build something new rather than join something already established.
• Take on real ownership. You’re contributing to ventures that are still being defined. Your work can shape real decisions, not just support them.
• Be paid like the contributor you are. Compensation reflects the real work you take on.

Flagship Pioneering is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

The pay range for this role is $25 - $35 per hour. This role is a short-term engagement that is not eligible for health and welfare benefits. Retirement benefits may be available after completing a set number of hours. Compensation and benefits information is based on Abiologics Inc.’s good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.

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