2027 Future Talent Program - Chemical Biology - Co-op

Job Description The Future Talent Program features co-ops that last up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research & Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our company's Research Lab's Chemical Biology group within Discovery Chemistry is seeking a co-op with a passion for scientific research, strong academic performance, communication skills, and the ability to work on cross-functional teams.

We offer opportunities in our state-of-the-art science laboratories to solve fundamental synthetic or biological problems relevant to drug discovery and development, while functioning as a fully integrated member of the company project teams. Chemical Biology (Cambridge, MA)   Our Company's Chemical Biology (comprising of chemistry, proteomics, and cell pharmacology) focuses on providing novel, high-quality targets and expanding confidence on molecular mechanism of action for our key assets.

The candidate will leverage their chemical and biological expertise to solve complex biological problems while working in both chemistry and biology laboratory spaces. The co-op will provide an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge on how our Company's Research Labs (RL) uses key technologies to create a synergistic toolbox for early discovery and beyond. Key Responsibilities Short, multi-step organic synthesis and chemical diversification to generate novel small molecule libraries Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and improve experiments Analyze and interpret experimental data, maintaining detailed laboratory records Participate in lab meetings and present research findings **Please note when applying for this position, the candidate must have consent from PI.

If the candidate is selected for an interview, the applicant must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement and a copy of transcripts. Required Education & Experience:   Candidates must be a currently enrolled graduate student pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field Candidates must have completed at least two years of studies toward a PhD or equivalent degree by June 2027 Candidates must be available to work full-time for approximately 6 months beginning in mid-2027 Self-motivated, creative scientists with strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail Preferred Experience & Skills:   Some hands-on exposure to mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques Experience designing, optimizing, and developing novel cell-based assays for phenotypic screening is a plus Have a good understanding of biology concepts and chemical application to perturb biological systems Experience with liquid handlers in a plus Candidates should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111. FTP2027 RL2027 Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

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