Bioprocess Automation Co‑Op: Media Exchange & Lab Innovation

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym access

Free meals daily

Commuter benefits

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Process Development PD-CGT Co-Op for a 6-month program in Boston, MA. You will automate daily bioreactor media exchange to reduce manual tasks and improve lab efficiency while gaining hands-on experience with hESC culture and process automation.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, rigorous documentation, and a final project summary detailing automation effectiveness and potential efficiency gains.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique.
• Bioreactor operation experience preferred.
• Programming or automation experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate findings and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain detailed records.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Vertex does not sponsor internships/co-ops.
• Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027.
• Available full-time January–June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop an automated process for daily bioreactor media exchange.
• Support execution of the CPI process using the automated script and document outcomes.
• Document methods and results in the electronic notebook with workflow details and conclusions.
• Author or support an SOP for the automated media exchange process.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and incorporate feedback.
• Prepare and deliver a final project summary describing the automation approach and efficiency benefits.

Skills

Automation scripting

Cell culture

Aseptic technique

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering/ Biomedical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Automation

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Process Development PD-CGT Co-Op for a 6-month program in Boston, MA. You will automate daily bioreactor media exchange to reduce manual tasks and improve lab efficiency while gaining hands-on experience with hESC culture and process automation.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, rigorous documentation, and a final project summary detailing automation effectiveness and potential efficiency gains.