Winter Co-op/Process Engineering and Technology

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Process Engineering & Technology (Drug Substance Development) designs and scales up pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Engineers in this department are responsible for evaluating the manufacturing unit operations associated with the design and scale-up of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), such as chemical reactions, distillations, separations, and isolations.

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The student Process Engineer will develop their engineering expertise with Senior Staff to support the manufacturing unit operations for API and drug substance intermediates. Day to day activities will include evaluating and characterizing chemical reactions, distillations, extractions, and/or crystallization protocols. This position includes experimental planning, hands-on laboratory work, and data analysis. The ideal candidate will assist in scientific contributions towards the progression on Development Projects as directed by Process Engineering leadership team and possess areas of familiarity in the manufacture of small-molecule pharmaceuticals.

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering (Chemical, Biomedical) or similar discipline.
• Able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the 6-month co-op (January ~ June 2027).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.

• Previous laboratory experience in chemical or process-related engineering.
• Demonstrated experience working in an experimental laboratory environment.
• Basic understand of pharmaceutical practices and operations. 

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps. 
  • Please note: We recommend using your personal email when submitting your application as school emails tend to block external senders. If you do not receive an automated email after submitting your application, be sure to check your spam folder.

• Atrium is committed to partnering with our clients to create inclusive work environments; to that end, if you need to request an accommodation to complete this application, please reach out to GSK@atriumworks.com.