About the role#
The Future Talent Program offers a Cooperative education opportunity lasting up to 6 months. You will join the Global Quality Large Molecule Analytical Sciences team, which manages commercial analytical techniques for large molecules. This role provides hands-on experience in a GMP environment and offers a chance to contribute to our large molecule pipeline and existing licensed products.
What you'll do#
- Perform analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
- Conduct sample testing to support process development and changes.
- Manage analytical software qualifications.
- Carry out laboratory start-up activities, including instrument qualifications and inventory management.
- Document experimentations, including objectives, reagents, procedures, results, and conclusions.
What you'll need#
- Currently working toward a B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years completed in a B.S. or M.S. program in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or Virology.
- Experience with lab equipment such as pipettes, balances, pH meters, biosafety cabinets, or fume hoods.
- Experience in cell culture techniques, attribute testing, or microbial techniques.
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Strong technical, writing, and interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
- Ability to learn new techniques.
Location & details#
- This position is based in West Point, Pennsylvania, with potential support for Wilmington, Delaware.
- The role is full-time and follows a hybrid work schedule.
- This is a paid co-op position.
About MSD
MSD is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1891. It develops medicines and vaccines for both humans and animals. The organization operates globally and maintains its headquarters in Rahway, New Jersey. It employs over 39,000 people.
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