2027 Future Talent Program - Chemical Biology - Co-op
About The Position
The Future Talent Program offers co-ops lasting up to six months, with one or more projects, in the Research & Development Division. The Chemical Biology group within Discovery Chemistry is seeking a co-op with a passion for scientific research, strong academic performance, communication skills, and the ability to work on cross-functional teams. The role offers development in state-of-the-art science laboratories, addressing fundamental synthetic or biological problems relevant to drug discovery and development as an integrated member of company project teams. The Chemical Biology group, comprising chemistry, proteomics, and cell pharmacology, focuses on providing novel, high-quality targets and increasing confidence in the molecular mechanism of action for key assets. The co-op will apply chemical and biological expertise to complex biological problems in both chemistry and biology laboratory spaces, gaining firsthand experience with technologies used to create a synergistic toolbox for early discovery and beyond. The position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Applicants must have consent from their PI. Interview candidates must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement, and a copy of their transcripts. The position is a fixed-term intern/co-op role, approximately six months full-time beginning in mid-2027. Relocation and travel are not provided or required, respectively. The role is on the first/day shift and involves hazardous materials.
Requirements
- Be a currently enrolled graduate student pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related field.
- Have completed at least two years of studies toward a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by June 2027.
- Be available to work full-time for approximately six months beginning in mid-2027.
- Have self-motivation, creativity, strong critical-thinking skills, and attention to detail.
- Have consent from the PI to apply.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on exposure to mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques.
- Experience designing, optimizing, and developing novel cell-based assays for phenotypic screening.
- A good understanding of biology concepts and the chemical application of perturbing biological systems.
- Experience with liquid handlers.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Responsibilities
- Perform short, multi-step organic synthesis and chemical diversification to generate novel small-molecule libraries.
- Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and improve experiments.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data while maintaining detailed laboratory records.
- Participate in laboratory meetings and present research findings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
