Bioprocess Media Development Co-op – Lab-Based

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym

Commuter benefits

Free meals

Career development events

Social events

Location-specific perks

National Intern Day recognition

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking a full-time, paid co‑op in Boston for the Jan–July 2027 period. You will work in the VCGT Process Development team focusing on media development and bioreactor operations, contributing to cell culture optimization and omics analyses under scientist supervision.

The role requires enrollment in an advanced degree program and availability to work full‑time. This co‑op provides hands-on lab experience, mentorship, and opportunities to present at program end.

Qualifications

• Aseptic technique and cell culture experience required.
• Familiarity with bioreactors operations required.
• Familiarity with GMP compliance, raw material sourcing and general market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lab-based co-op with 25–30 hours weekly in lab under supervision.
• Perform individual tasks and contribute to project within the media development team.
• Focus on cell culture optimization, media development, bioreactor operations, and data analyses.

Skills

Aseptic technique & cell culture

Bioreactor operations

GMP compliance & materials sourcing

Education

PhD student in biomedical/chemical/bioprocess engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking a full-time, paid co‑op in Boston for the Jan–July 2027 period. You will work in the VCGT Process Development team focusing on media development and bioreactor operations, contributing to cell culture optimization and omics analyses under scientist supervision.

The role requires enrollment in an advanced degree program and availability to work full‑time. This co‑op provides hands-on lab experience, mentorship, and opportunities to present at program end.