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About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine
We are searching for the best talent for TDS Proteins AD BMD Co-Op to be in Malvern, PA
- 5 vacancies are currently available.
- The Co-op term is six months typically from January to June, 2027 (flexible).
- Full time requirement (40 hours per week) Fully On-site.
Purpose:
The TDS Proteins Development Analytical Development (AD) Bioassay Method Development (BMD) organization is seeking a highly motivated Co-Op to support multiple projects focused on analytical development, bioassay and cell line characterization, and Fc effector function assessment to advance the development of antibody therapeutics. This role provides hands-on experience in laboratory research, assay development, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within Innovative Medicine.
You will be responsible:
- Supporting the development of analytical platforms to improve assay sustainability and reduce dependency on commercial reagents.
- Assisting in Host Cell Protein (HCP) characterization studies utilizing analytical techniques, including mass spectrometry and enzymatic activity assessments.
- Characterizing bioassay cell lines through cell culture, growth rate evaluation, receptor density determination, and flow cytometry-based analyses.
- Developing and executing cell-based and bioanalytical assays to evaluate therapeutic antibody function, including Fc effector function assessments.
- Analyzing experimental data using analytical and statistical tools and generating data visualizations to support scientific decision-making.
- Participating in technical discussions related to experimental design and method development.
- Collaborating with internal and external partners through regular project meetings.
- Maintaining laboratory notebooks and technical documentation in compliance with company guidelines.
- Supporting additional laboratory and project activities as needed.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Rising Junior or Senior preferred; Master's students will also be considered.
- Experience with laboratory techniques such as aseptic technique, cell culture, cell-based assays, and flow cytometry is preferred.
- Experience with experimental design, data analysis, and scientific interpretation is preferred.
- Proficiency in organizing, analyzing, and visualizing scientific datasets is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be available for the full Co-Op term and have no employment commitments that would interfere with participation in the program.
Preferred Technical Skills:
- Cell Culture
- Aseptic Technique
- Flow Cytometry
- Cell-Based Assays
- Immunological Assays
- Receptor Characterization
- Bioassay Development
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Mass Spectrometry (preferred)
- Scientific Documentation and Laboratory Best Practices
- Proficient with organization and/or analysis of large datasets.
Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.
If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.
Ineligibility for severance.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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