Winter Co-op/Chemical Biology

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Department Description

The Chemical Biology group is dedicated to designing and validating molecules and cellular tools that reveal molecular mechanisms of action in cell-based systems. This work supports drug development from target validation through lead optimization.

Job Description

We are looking for a co-op student to join the Biology team within Chemical Biology to advance our understanding of ApoE variants in neurodegeneration and Alzheimer’s disease. In this role, you will optimize cell-based assays, analyze RNAseq data, and contribute to experimental design and execution aimed at exploring ApoE-mediated mechanisms and identifying potential therapeutic targets. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in drug discovery research and an opportunity to develop essential scientific skills in a collaborative environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Neurobiology, Immunology, Microbiology, or related disciplines.
• Strong ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of biology and laboratory techniques, including cell culture, sterile methods, reagent handling, and maintaining a professional laboratory workspace.
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the 6-month co-op (January ~ June 2026).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program in neurobiology, immunology, microbiology, or related disciplines. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Alzheimer's disease biology and/or neurodegeneration.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing methods, especially RNAseq.
• Capacity to quickly learn new molecular biology techniques, such as qPCR, Western blotting, flow cytometry, and other relevant assays.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
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Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position. 
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.

• This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including educational degree obtained.In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.

  • Pay Rate Range: $21/hr to $40/hr

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