2027 Future Talent Program –Retinal and Vascular Biology - Co-Op

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and 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 Laboratories in Cambridge, MA, is an innovation hub dedicated to fostering collaboration among scientists and accelerating the discovery of innovative medicines that improve human health. The Retinal and Vascular Biology group in Cambridge, part of the group based in South San Francisco of the Cardiometabolic Disease Department, is seeking a motivated and creative co-op with hands-on experience in experimental research. This six-month training opportunity provides an aspiring early-career scientist with valuable hands-on experience working alongside colleagues within the group and department, across Our Research Labs in Cambridge and South San Francisco, and throughout the broader our Company's network. The ideal candidate will be a Master's or Ph.D. student with demonstrated expertise in in vitro assay execution.

EDUCATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Currently enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmacology or a related field

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform in vitro assays to evaluate endothelial barrier function and vascular integrity Culture and maintain retinal and vascular cell models used in barrier function assay Assess compounds representing diverse mechanisms of action and characterize their effects on endothelial biology Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data to project teams Contribute to the optimization and advancement of in vitro vascular integrity assays Participate in team meetings and scientific discussions related to retinal disease and therapeutic target discovery Maintain accurate and detailed records in electronic laboratory