Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op, MSAT Cell & Gene Therapy (Boston, MA)
Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op, MSAT Cell & Gene Therapy (Boston, MA)
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Job Description
The Vertex Coop Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a handson perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our coop program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented where collaboration is not just a word and we are relentless is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan connect with other coopsand feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will coops learn about their daytoday tasks through their specific work assignments but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.
Job Summary:
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover develop and commercialize innovative medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. In addition to our clinical development programs focused on cystic fibrosis Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs aimed at other serious and lifethreatening diseases. The Manufacturing Science and Technology group is focused on technical and analytical support to commercial/commercializing products and are specifically looking for a coop to join a focused group working on Cell and Gene Therapy products.
Key Responsibilities:
Coop would work within a crossfunctional team (MSAT Manufacturing Research and Process Development) on process improvement projects for a Stem Cell Therapy program. Potential projects are:
design and execute studies to understand environmental and mechanical stress on the cell product from manufacturing process and equipment
develop models and simulations to evaluate shear stress flow rate pressure to enable robust equipment and process design
and develop appropriate historical database and perform statistical data analysis.
Qualifications:
- Education: Pursuing BS/MS in chemical engineering chemistry biology or a related discipline
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong understanding in computational fluid dynamics
- Strong statistical analysis skills; experience in Python and/or R is preferred
- Strong organizational and time management skills; Ability to selfdirect and manage individual projects
- Strong work ethic; eager to tackle new projects and ideas
- Critical thinking analytical capabilities and problem solving skills
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint and Excel)
- Legal authorizationto work in the United States now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
- Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before July 2025
- Candidate must be available to work fulltime 40 hours per week from July December 2025
Program Dates: July December 2025 Full Time
Pay Range 20.00 35.00 USD/hour
This job posting is for a temporary role with a thirdparty agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that thirdparty agency; compensation medical benefits fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the thirdparty agency upon offer. The range provided is a reasonable estimate for the pay range for this job at the time of posting. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other jobrelated factors permitted by law.
Pay Range:
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The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other jobrelated factors permitted by law.
At Vertex our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive marketleading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career financial family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a weeklong company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter) educational assistance programs including student loan repayment a generous commuting subsidy matching charitable donations 401(k) and so much more.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry ethnicity disability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an EVerify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager or contact Talent Acquisition at
Employment Type
Full-Time
