TDS Proteins Cell Line Engineering Co-Op

6084-Janssen Research & Development, LLC Legal Entity; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a TDS Proteins Cell Line Engineering Co-Op in Spring House, PA. The six-month program runs roughly January to June 2027, full-time and on-site, with opportunities to support cell line engineering and mammalian culture research.

Candidates should be pursuing a related Bachelor's/ Master’s/PhD and have aseptic cell culture experience. The role emphasizes hands-on work in CHO cells, data analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Able to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic projects or research activities.

Responsibilities

• Investigate stress and secretory pathways in CHO cells to identify bottlenecks.
• Support cell line engineering to improve protein production, folding and secretion.
• Collaborate with proteomics and cross-functional teams to evaluate targets.
• Perform aseptic cell culture and molecular biology techniques in the lab.
• Support experimental characterization using Western blot, RT-qPCR, digital PCR, flow cytometry.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data with statistical methods.
• Participate in experimental design discussions and problem-solving.
• Present findings in meetings with internal/external collaborators.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Biology, Chemistry, or related science/engineering

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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.

Job Function: Career Programs Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: Career Program All Job Posting Locations: Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description: 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 Proteins Cell Line Engineering Co-Op to be in Spring House, 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 Proteins Development Cell Engineering, Analytics & Screening (CEAS) organization is seeking a highly motivated Co-Op to support cell line engineering and research activities focused on improving biotherapeutic protein expression and cell culture performance. In this role, the Co-op will investigate cellular stress and secretory pathways in CHO cell systems to identify potential expression bottlenecks and support the evaluation of novel targets associated with protein production, folding, and secretion. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques, experimental design, and data analysis while collaborating with multidisciplinary scientific teams.

Responsibilities

• Investigating stress and secretory pathways in engineered and wild-type CHO cell hosts to identify potential bottlenecks affecting protein expression.
• Supporting cell line engineering studies aimed at improving protein production, folding, and secretion.
• Collaborating with proteomics and other cross-functional scientific teams to evaluate and validate novel cell engineering targets.
• Conducting laboratory experiments using aseptic cell culture and molecular biology techniques.
• Supporting experimental characterization using techniques such as Western blot analysis, RT-qPCR, digital PCR, and flow cytometry, as applicable.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental results using analytical and statistical approaches.
• Participating in experimental design discussions and technical problem-solving to address knowledge gaps and advance research objectives.
• Communicating experimental findings and actively participating in meetings with internal and external collaborators.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory notebooks and technical documentation in accordance with established guidelines.
• Providing additional laboratory and 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 Biology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• You must not have any Summer Internship contract or other employment commitment that could interfere with the contract dates specified for this position.
• Previous hands-on experience with aseptic cell culture is required.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data and communicate scientific conclusions.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter while contributing effectively to collaborative team goals.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Western blot analysis, RT-qPCR, and/or digital PCR.
• Knowledge of or exposure to flow cytometry is a plus.
• Familiarity with CHO cells, mammalian cell culture, cell line engineering, or cell line development.
• Basic laboratory skills and previous experience in biological or biopharmaceutical research.
• Experience with experimental design, execution, and data analysis.
• Understanding of molecular and cellular biology concepts related to protein expression, folding, secretion, or cellular stress pathways.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic projects, campus organizations, research activities, or community involvement.

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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At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 https://www.jnj.com/.

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