Winter Co-op/Manufacturing Science and Technology
About The Position
This six-month position (January 2026- June 2026) sits within the Site Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) department. The Upper Merion site manufactures large molecule protein therapeutics, that are used to treat a wide range of conditions including treatments for oncology, immunology, and inflammation diseases. The products we manufacture are used for clinical studies and commercial supply. The MSAT department is composed of scientists and engineers responsible for the transfer of molecules from the research and development (small) to manufacturing scale (large) and provides technical support during manufacturing.
Requirements
- Pursuing a BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar technical disciplines.
- Must be able to be onsite 5 days/week.
- Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 6-month c-op (January ~ June 2027).
- Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program.
- Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.
- Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.
- A passing score is required to proceed in the application process after completing the GSK Digital Assessment.
Nice To Haves
- Technically oriented candidate with prior experience in biopharmaceutical operations via coursework, lab work, or industrial experience is highly preferred.
- Ideal candidate will exhibit strong interpersonal skills and take initiative to learn and engage with process subject matter experts (SMEs).
- Candidate should demonstrate the ability to follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and work in a highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the management of sampling plans and collection of special samples for biopharmaceutical processes, including coordinating material hand-offs and tracking results.
- Support data verification tasks by reviewing technical reports, process data, and analytical datasets for accuracy and consistency.
- Assist in deviation management by coordinating with deviation owners, supporting root cause analysis, and learning how to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Participate in assessments of facility readiness for new technologies and contribute to action plans to support the implementation of new process operations.
- Collaborate in drafting and reviewing technology transfer and process validation protocols while gaining hands-on experience during production process startup and operator engagement.
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of technology transfer and process validation reports, including compiling technical data and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to the revision of protocols, support documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) while gaining familiarity with GMP requirements.
- Provide support for product lifecycle management activities, including process troubleshooting, documentation updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Learn to collect and analyze process trend data using statistical tools and support monitoring efforts to ensure process control.
Benefits
- Relocation stipend for candidates residing outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location.
- Competitive hourly pay rate.
- Medical benefits.
- Fringe benefits.
- Overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
