• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-20210

  Job Description

  The Vertex Co-op 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 co-op 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 co-ops, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops 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:

  Engineering Sciences is seeking a co-op to join the Biomechanics group within VCGT. This role will support R&D initiatives with a focus on mechanical testing and fixture design. The successful candidate will have strong technical skills and a demonstrable understanding of complex mechanical engineering concepts. Additionally, the candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in mechanical design and rapid prototyping. This position is based in Providence, RI, and will report to the Translational Engineering Senior Scientist.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute quasi-static mechanical tests (tensile testing, peel-testing, flexural testing) to quantify mechanical properties of biomaterials under relevant loading conditions.
  • Run dynamic mechanical tests (fatigue) to evaluate the fatigue performance of next-generation device concepts.
  • Utilize rapid prototyping capabilities to build and test custom mechanical fixtures.
  • Execute daily maintenance on 3D printers and Mechanical Test Systems.
  • Comply with all Company Policies including Health, Safety, and Environmental Regulations, Personal Protective Equipment Requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures.

  Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or similar background
  • Proficiency in mechanical engineering concepts, mechanical testing, and statistical analysis.
  • Proficiency in CAD(i.e. Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc) and DFM
  • Experience with 3D printing a bonus
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to effectively communicate with multiple teams.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask, comfortable with changing Work Environments and priorities.
  • Proven ability to monitor own Work Product, ensuring quality, accuracy, and thoroughness; able to self-motivate and work independently or as part of a larger team.

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
  • Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before December 2024
  • Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July 10, 2024 – December 20, 2024

  Program Dates: July - December 2024, Full Time

  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.

• About the company

  Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts.

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