Vaccine Process R&D Downstream Co-op (4-6 mo)

MSD Malaysia

West Point (PA)

Hybrid

USD 40,000 - 111,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Internship/Co-op program

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ offers a scientific co-op opportunity in Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies Process Research & Development. Under a project mentor, you will perform benchwork to develop and optimize downstream bioprocesses for vaccine production, contributing to technology transfer and scale-up to manufacturing.

The role emphasizes careful documentation and strong collaboration. The internship supports 4–6 months in 2027, with hybrid work arrangements and clear expectations

Qualifications

Enrolled in BS/BA in Chemical/Biomedical/Biological Engineering or closely related field.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational and communication skills.
Available to work full-time for 4-6 months in 2027 (June - November or March - August).

Responsibilities

Conduct benchwork to execute, optimize, and troubleshoot downstream process unit operations.
Design, execute, and analyze process development experiments to maximize understanding of purification bioprocesses.
Assist with pilot-scale GMP campaigns for production of bulk clinical material.
Communicate results clearly in verbal and written formats within a collaborative team.

Skills

Independent work

Team player

Lab experience

Good communication

Education

BS/BA in Chemical/Biomedical/Biological Engineering or related field

Job description

The role emphasizes careful documentation and strong collaboration. The internship supports 4–6 months in 2027, with hybrid work arrangements and clear expectations

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