TDS CGTDigital Automation CoOp

Johnson Johnson; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Malvern, PA is seeking a TDS CGT-Digital Automation Co-Op. This 6-month, full-time on-site program offers hands-on experience in laboratory automation, AI-driven systems, and Python development.

You will contribute to instrument integration, error handling, and human-in-the-loop workflows while collaborating with scientists and engineers. The role emphasizes prototyping control layers, building robust automation solutions, and ensuring safe operation of AI-enabled systems

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate level coursework; actively enrolled in accredited university.
• Pursuit of Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in relevant fields as listed.
• Proficient in Python with exposure to AI/ML and data formats (JSON/CSV).

Responsibilities

• Prototype a control layer connecting AI agents to lab liquid handling systems.
• Develop Python-based solutions for intelligent automation workflows.
• Implement state-checking, observation, and decision-making between execution steps.
• Design testing mechanisms for issues like clogged tips or instrument misalignment and apply fixes.
• Build approval checkpoints for scientists to review plans and actions.
• Create guardrails, logs, and state-tracking for auditable AI-enabled systems.
• Support integration between instruments, APIs, SDKs, and automation platforms.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop automation solutions.

Skills

Python programming

AI/ML exposure

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

APIs & SDKs familiarity

Lab automation

Scripting basics

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science

Tools

APIs

SDKs

Laboratory instruments

Automation platforms

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for TDS CGT-Digital Automation Co-Op to be in Malvern, PA

• 1 vacancy is currently available.
• The Co-op term is six months typically from January to June, 2027 (flexible).
• Full time requirement (40 hours per week) Fully On-site.

Purpose:

The TDS Cell & Gene Therapy Development Digital & Automation team is seeking a highly motivated Co-Op student to gain hands-on experience in laboratory automation, AI-driven systems, instrument integration, Python development, and human-in-the-loop automation workflows. The selected candidate will give to innovative solutions that improve scientific processes through automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced digital technologies.

You will be responsible:

• Prototyping a control layer that connects AI agents to laboratory liquid handling systems for direct command execution.
• Developing Python-based solutions to enable intelligent automation workflows.
• Implementing state-checking, observation, and decision-making logic between automated execution steps.
• Designing and testing mechanisms to identify execution issues such as clogged tips, low reagent levels, or instrument misalignment, and applying corrective actions.
• Building approval checkpoints that allow scientists to review and authorize plans or critical actions before execution.
• Creating guardrails, logging systems, and state-tracking tools to ensure transparency, auditability, and safe operation of AI-enabled systems.
• Supporting integration efforts between instruments, APIs, SDKs, and automation platforms.
• Collaborating with scientists and engineers to develop innovative automation solutions and provide project support as needed.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or related fields.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
• Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited university throughout the duration of the co-op assignment.
• Proven programming experience in Python is required.
• Exposure to AI/ML technologies, Large Language Models (LLMs), or AI-agent tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Familiarity with structured data formats such as JSON and CSV.
• Ability to read technical documentation and independently learn new tools, APIs, and technologies.
• Knowledge of software development fundamentals and scripting practices.
• Experience working with APIs, SDKs, hardware integration, laboratory instruments, or automation systems is preferred.
• Understanding of error handling, control logic, state machines, and system monitoring concepts is preferred.
• Exposure to AI agent concepts such as tool usage, planning, human-in-the-loop workflows, and Model Context Protocol (MCP) is preferred.
• Basic laboratory skills and prior experience with laboratory work or laboratory automation (liquid handlers, robotics, or instrument control systems) is preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, leadership, and teamwork skills are preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while contributing to team goals.
• Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.
• You must not have any internship, co-op, or employment commitment that would interfere with the assignment dates for this position.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent's consent for the background check.

Ineligibility for severance.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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