iPSC Cell Models Co‑op: Research in Biotech

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Free breakfast daily

Subsidized commuter benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc in Boston is offering a 6-month Human Cell Models - iPSC Cell Biology Research Co-op. The role focuses on developing and characterizing iPSC-derived cell models for muscle disease, with mentorship and exposure to early drug discovery workflows.

Applicants must be enrolled in an advanced degree program (MS/PhD) and be eligible to work in the United States. The Co-op joins the Human Cell Models department, working on disease-relevant cellular models, data interpretation,

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an advanced degree program (MS/PhD) in a relevant field.
• Strong background in cell culture and aseptic technique.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot experimental challenges and think critically.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and validate iPSC-derived models.
• Establish and characterize physiologically relevant iPSC-derived cell models for drug discovery projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, reproducible results.
• Analyze data and communicate findings to the broader team; maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to protocol transfer and troubleshooting across biology teams.

Skills

cell culture

aseptic technique

communication skills

problem solving

team collaboration

Education

MS or PhD in Molecular Biology

Enrolled in an advanced degree program

Tools

Microsoft Office

GraphPad Prism

Windows

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc in Boston is offering a 6-month Human Cell Models - iPSC Cell Biology Research Co-op. The role focuses on developing and characterizing iPSC-derived cell models for muscle disease, with mentorship and exposure to early drug discovery workflows.

Applicants must be enrolled in an advanced degree program (MS/PhD) and be eligible to work in the United States. The Co-op joins the Human Cell Models department, working on disease-relevant cellular models, data interpretation,