Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Predictive Models
About The Position
Kickstart Your Career at Vertex! Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab. The Vertex Predictive Models Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree in Biological Sciences, 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 Analytical Development functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline. Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!
Requirements
- Advanced Degree (Master's/PhD)
- Basic laboratory experience with cell-based assays and/or mammalian cell culture.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and scientific documentation skills.
- Ability to interpret experimental data and communicate results clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Detail-oriented approach to experimental execution, data recording, and quality of work.
- Familiarity with assays related to: Cell viability, Cellular function, Stressing culture, Biomarker
- Interest in translational research, assay development, and cell therapy or regenerative medicine
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
- You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027
- You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2027
Responsibilities
- Support the design, planning, and execution of in vitro studies using islet-based systems.
- Perform cell-based assays to evaluate: Cell viability, Functional performance, Stress responses, Biomarker profiles.
- Evaluate transplantation-relevant stress conditions, such as oxidative stress, serum exposure, cytokine challenge, and related implantation-environment models.
- Assist in identifying assay readouts that may correlate with engraftment, graft resilience, and in vivo outcome.
- Analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data using appropriate scientific and analytical methods.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and well-organized experimental records, including methods, raw data, observations, and conclusions.
- Communicate study progress, results, and recommendations clearly to project team members.
- Prepare a final presentation and/or written project summary outlining findings, conclusions, and proposed next steps.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional colleagues while independently managing assigned experimental activities.
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
- medical, dental and vision benefits
- generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
- educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
- a generous commuting subsidy
- matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
