Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Exploratory Chemistry

Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA

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Role summary

Six-month exploratory chemistry co-op at Vertex supporting small molecule formulation studies. Participants will evaluate solubility and stability of chemical mixtures, prepare reagents, analyze LC-MS data, and collaborate across process development and pharmaceutical sciences teams.

What they're looking for

Pursuing advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field
Senior, Master's, or PhD student status
Familiarity with LC-MS instrumentation
Experience with small molecule solubility and stability assessment methods
Background in organic chemistry and small molecule interactions

What you'll be doing

Prepare and organize chemical reagents and mixtures for Type 1 Diabetes small molecule studies
Conduct solubility and stability assessments for chemical mixtures under defined storage conditions
Process and interpret LC-MS data to evaluate compound identity and degradation profiles
Document experimental methods, observations, and results in clear reproducible formats
Summarize findings and provide recommendations for small molecule workflow optimization

Compensation$30.00–$50.00 USD/hour

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