Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op, Device Research, Biomaterials (Providence, RI)

Job Description

The Vertex Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our co-op program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other co-ops,and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.

Job Summary:

Our department is a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team consisting of biology, engineering, modeling and simulation, and prototyping, centered around developing cutting-edge transformative cell and gene delivery platforms. We are seeking an energetic and self-motivated undergraduate/graduate student to join our Device Research group supporting the Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) program. The individual should have a passion for learning, strong communication as well as excellent organizational skills. The individual will be required to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and will have the ability to utilize a variety of analytical tools and laboratory procedures according to prescribed protocols with an evolving ability to work independently. Prospective candidates should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate program in Biomedical, Chemical, Materials Science & Engineering, or related fields.
This position is located in Providence, RI, and will report to the Translational Engineering Senior Scientist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform material characterization including SEM, TGA, DSC, FTIR, mechanical testing, etc.
• Support device prototyping activities.
• Assist in device analytical method development.
• Collate and interpret analytical data systematically.
• Maintain quality written descriptions of experiments including standard operational procedures, sampling techniques and study reports in an Electronic Lab Notebook.
• Regularly meet with project leads and present results.
• Assist in the management of laboratory equipment including calibration, preventative maintenance, and associated supply inventory.
• Maintain the laboratories with best practices.
• Prioritize and plan work activities and adapt to changing prototyping schedules and other dynamic priorities.
• Comply with all Company Policies including Health, Safety, and Environmental Regulations, Personal Protective Equipment Requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to effectively communicate with multiple teams.
• Experience in a laboratory setting, ideally having maintained a laboratory notebook.
• Able to self-motivate and work independently or as part of a larger team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask, comfortable with changing priorities.
• Curriculum in Materials Science & Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and knowledge of statistics.
• Knowledge in polymer and materials characterization.
• Ability to work with precision instruments.
• Ability to quantify experimental results and present effectively.
• Legal authorizationto work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
• Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before July 2025
• Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July - December 2025

Program Dates: July - December 2025, Full Time

Pay Range 20.00 - 35.00 USD/hour

This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer. The range provided is a reasonable estimate for the pay range for this job at the time of posting. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com