2027 Future Talent Program - DNA Encoded Library - Co Op

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.

Position Description

The Affinity Selections Team is seeking a co-op interested in using DNA-encoded library (DEL) technology to accelerate early drug discovery.

The co-op will learn how to apply a suite of complementary, modern capabilities to problem solve in support of our small molecule pipeline. Specifically, you will:

• Use biochemical and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) techniques to develop new DEL selection methodologies.

• Screen proteins of interest for small molecule binders using DEL technology.

• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to gain insight into DEL technology and early drug discovery processes.

• Learn industry-standard laboratory practices, including rigorous experimental documentation.

• Develop strong communication skills by presenting findings in oral and written formats to the department. Potential pathway to co-authorship on scientific publications and presentations.

We are seeking candidates with excellent academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi-functional environment.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Current enrollment in B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. program in biochemistry, chemical biology, biophysics, chemistry, or related disciplines.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Foundation in standard biochemical techniques.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Greater than 3 months of continuous, hands-on experience working in a scientific lab performing biochemical and molecular biology experiments (e.g., gel electrophoresis, PCR).

• High motivation to tackle affinity selection challenges and design new assays.

The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111.

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