Job Description
The Vertex Internship 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 internship 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 interns, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will interns 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:
The Formulation Development group is focused on bringing molecules to clinic that have transformative potential for patients. The intern will work closely with other formulation and pharmaceutical scientists to develop innovative solubility experimental methods to characterize formulations of early-stage assets. The project aim is evaluate tools and techniques to enhance current workflows and enable selection of best formulations to move forward in development.
The successful intern candidate will be self-motivated and independent with strong communication skills. The candidate will design and execute experiments, analyze data and present findings to the manager and other stakeholders. The internship will also afford the opportunity to collaborate with other scientists and learn about early-stage drug development process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review scientific literature
- Experimental/lab techniques: HPLC, DLS, syringe pump
- Ability to learn new software; use Microsoft suite (PowerPoint, Excel) to communicate findings
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively, where appropriate
- Record and analyze data, write summary reports & present findings in team and department meetings
- Comply with all relevant training and safety procedures in an ethical manner
Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in an engineering/science field
- Strong interest in drug development process
- Have previous hands-on laboratory experience
- Detail oriented and organized
- Ability to work independently and follow established procedures
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to think critically
- Experience using HPLC is a plus
- Permanent legal authorization to work in the United States
- Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2025
- Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May - August 2025
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.
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
