Vertex Fall 2026 Co-op, Technical Operations, Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
About The Position
The Vertex Technical Operations - Process Analytical Technology Co-Op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Science, Math, Statistics, Engineering, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our technical operations functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline.
Requirements
- BS/MS/Ph.D. student majoring in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Science, Math, Statistics, Engineering or related field
- Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills (e.g. Excel)
- Knowledgeable in the fundamentals of vibrational spectroscopies (IR, Raman, NIR)
- Demonstrated proficiency in intricate data manipulation using Microsoft Excel. Comfort in handling and organizing large datasets
- Motivated team player and enthusiastic to learn new skills
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
- You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before December 2026
- You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July – December 2026
Nice To Haves
- Knowledgeable about analytical chemistry especially applied to small molecule pharmaceuticals
- Knowledge in oral solid dosage pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and formulations
- Experience with multivariate data analysis and model building (PCA, PLS, SIMCA)
- Experience with software tools such as Unscrambler or PLS toolbox
- Experience with coding in MATLAB
Responsibilities
- Design and execute activities and experiments to formulate calibration blends using material sparing techniques and measure them spectroscopically.
- Become proficient in statistical modeling of spectroscopic data.
- Develop multivariate predictive models (PCA, PLS, etc.) to assess the potency of drug product intermediates.
- Develop new and evaluate existing methods for generating simulated calibration spectra and evaluate their accuracy
- Support the progress of automated off-line chemometric model assessments.
- Report and present results of work to key stakeholders and leadership
Benefits
- Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking
- Provided meals—free breakfast daily!
- Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement
- Social events—both intern-only and company-wide
- Location-specific perks and extras!
- Recognition of National Intern Day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
