Media Development Co-op: Bioprocess Lab Innovation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite gym access

Commuter benefits

Free meals

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is offering a 6-month Co-Op in the Media Development team in Boston. You will work with scientists on media development, omics analyses, and bioreactor design under supervision.

Applicants must be enrolled in an advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in biomedical/chemical/bioprocess engineering or related field, be available full-time January–July 2027, and legally eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Aseptic technique and cell culture experience required.
• Familiarity with GMP compliance, raw material sourcing and general market analysis.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Vertex does not sponsor internships/co-ops.
• You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Aseptic technique

Cell culture experience

GMP compliance

Bioreactor operations

Education

PhD student in biomedical engineering

Master's student in related field

Tools

Bioreactors

Cell culture equipment

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is offering a 6-month Co-Op in the Media Development team in Boston. You will work with scientists on media development, omics analyses, and bioreactor design under supervision.

Applicants must be enrolled in an advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in biomedical/chemical/bioprocess engineering or related field, be available full-time January–July 2027, and legally eligible to work in the United States.