High-Throughput Biology Scientist, AI & Automation

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking a Research Scientist for the High Throughput Human Biology group in Boston. You will develop in vitro assays, automate workflows, and apply AI-enabled tools to accelerate discovery and data-driven decisions.

The role requires a PhD and 0-3 years of hands-on biology experience, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, data analysis, and scalable, reproducible research practices. On-site work with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline with 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Independent, creative, and capable of advancing projects.
• Hands-on molecular and cell biology in multi-well formats and immunoassays.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize high-throughput human biology assays.
• Create automation workflows for cellular and biochemical assays.
• Analyze datasets and translate findings into project decisions.
• Collaborate across teams and maintain rigorous records.

Skills

Python

R

MATLAB

Education

PhD in relevant scientific discipline

Tools

Automation workflows

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking a Research Scientist for the High Throughput Human Biology group in Boston. You will develop in vitro assays, automate workflows, and apply AI-enabled tools to accelerate discovery and data-driven decisions.

The role requires a PhD and 0-3 years of hands-on biology experience, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, data analysis, and scalable, reproducible research practices. On-site work with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.