Analytical Development Industrial Placement (12 Months)

Job Description

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover develop and commercialise innovative new medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge MA Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States Canada Europe and Australia.

We are recruiting for anIndustrial Placement Studentin theAnalytical Development departmentat our Research facility in Abingdon Oxfordshire as part of our wider intern intake for the year.

Main Duties & Objectives

The research site is a dynamic fast-paced environment where you will be embedded within a team supporting the early stages of drug discovery and development. You will gain hands-on experience contributing to the analysis characterisation and stability understanding of small molecules and drug candidates supporting the development of Vertexs innovative pipeline.

As part of this placement you will:

• Gain exposure toa wide range of analytical techniques but also learn about formulation activities and chemical synthesis including scale-up
• Learn how research impacts every molecule from early discovery through to commercial production
• Work closely with experienced scientists to understandearly drug discovery and development
• Contribute to laboratory based projects while developing a strong foundation inexperimental designanddata analysis

During your Industrial Placement you will have the opportunity to learn about the biopharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will work closely with and learn from some of the brightest people in the field. Students can expect to be challenged by their work connect with other placement students and feel valued as part of the Vertex community.

Person Specification

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program inChemistryPharmaceutical Sciences or arelated field
• Passion for scientific innovationand experimentation
• Desire to develop laboratory and technical skillsin an industrial setting
• Highly motivatedand proactive in problem-solving
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom now and in the future (Vertex does not provide sponsorship for entry-level roles within this part of the organisation)

Role Duration

September 2026 to August 2027

Our Ways of Working:
Flex @ Vertex details
Flex Designation: On-Site
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Flex Designation:

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this On-Site designated role you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination 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 E-Verify 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