Process Development Co-op: Bioreactor Automation

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym access

Transit and parking subsidies

Free breakfast daily

Job summary

Vertex is offering a 6-month Process Development Co-Op in Boston for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering or related fields. You will automate the daily bioreactor media exchange within the Upstream PD-CGT group, gaining hands-on experience in hESC culture and process automation.

The role involves designing an automated workflow, documenting methods, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique; bioreactor operation preferred.
• Programming or automation experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate findings, progress, and problems.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain detailed records and notes.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and skills.
• Legal authorization 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.
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January - June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop an automated process for daily bioreactor media exchange.
• Support execution of the complete CPI process using the automated script, documenting observations and outcomes.
• Document project methods and results in the electronic notebook system, including workflow details, script functionality, testing observations, and conclusions.
• Author or support writing of an SOP describing the automated media exchange process, including steps and script use.
• Collaborate with internal process and automation stakeholders to gather information and review requirements.
• Prepare and deliver a final project summary describing the automation approach, testing results, workflow, SOP output, and estimated efficiency benefit.

Skills

Automation

Programming

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering/Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

Vertex is offering a 6-month Process Development Co-Op in Boston for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering or related fields. You will automate the daily bioreactor media exchange within the Upstream PD-CGT group, gaining hands-on experience in hESC culture and process automation.

The role involves designing an automated workflow, documenting methods, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.