Process Development Associate (Contract)
About The Position
Cell, gene, and biologic therapies are rapidly growing parts of Vertex Pharmaceuticals, where research, development, and clinical manufacturing are highly integrated together at our site in Boston Seaport. The VCGT CMC Cell Process Development team is responsible for process development of cell therapy related processes for the pipeline products at VCGT. Additionally, the team also tech transfers the developed process at the manufacturing sites to provide a foundation to the start of manufacturing cell therapy-based products. Vertex is seeking an associate to support the CGT department. This role could be ideal for a student interested in gaining hands-on laboratory exposure while supporting essential operational activities such as data entry, bench work, record keeping, and routine lab support. This is a 3-month contract position on site.
Requirements
- Current bachelor’s degree candidate in biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering or biomedical engineering
- 0-2 years of work experience
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of scientists and engineers
- Must be able to proactively communicate with the team, be organized, and maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebook.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience in aseptic techniques, cell handling, cell culturing, media and buffer preparation is preferred.
- Understanding of cell and gene therapy (as a part of previous internship/work or academic courses) is a plus.
- Basic experience in statistical analysis, data visualization, writing protocols and reports.
Responsibilities
- Support execution of lab-based Process Development activities and experiments
- Prepare related media and buffers in a sterile aseptic environment
- Help support day-to-day lab operations, including preparation of materials, labeling, organization, and general lab readiness
- Maintain accurate documentation of experiments, activities, and observations in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems
- Support lab digitalization and maintain data integrity to follow corporate compliance
Benefits
- Overtime pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
