Biogen · 9 hours ago
Co-op, Oral Formulation Development
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$29/hr - $33/hrBiogen is a mid-sized biotechnology company committed to delivering life-changing medicines. They are seeking a motivated co-op to join their Small Molecule Formulation Development team, where the role involves hands-on experience in drug delivery technologies and contributing to projects that enhance oral bioavailability.
BiotechnologyHealth CareNeuroscienceTherapeutics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support formulation and process development activities for oral solid dosage forms, focusing on evaluating formulation strategies for enhancing drug solubility and performance
Designing and executing laboratory studies involving polymer-based amorphous solid dispersions (ASDs) with incorporation of lipid-based excipients
Preparing small-scale formulations, performing key unit operations such as blending, granulation, tableting, and basic process troubleshooting
Characterization of intermediate and final products will include solid-state, dissolution, and physicochemical assessments using standard analytical and material characterization techniques
Summarize results, interpret data trends, and present findings to a multidisciplinary team
Screening different lipids, their loads and strategic ways to incorporate them in the solid dosage form
Qualification
Required
Legal authorization to work in the U.S
At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship
Currently pursuing a master's or PhD degree
A strong foundation in solid dispersion and lipid-based formulations
An understanding of characterization method development and the principles of equipment operation used in pharmaceutical manufacturing
A solid understanding of unit operations relevant to solid dosage manufacturing (e.g., blending, compaction, drying, milling, and extrusion)
Familiarity with characterization tools such as DSC, XRPD, TGA, FTIR, particle size analysis, and dissolution testing
Detail-oriented, scientifically curious, and comfortable working in a lab environment
Ability to apply critical thinking to connect material properties, process parameters, and product performance
Preferred
Experience with polymer–lipid systems, amorphous dispersions with understanding of biopharmaceutics will be considered an advantage
Preferred majors/programs: Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Benefits
Company paid holidays
Commuter benefits
Employee Resource Groups participation
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Company
Biogen
Biogen is an American biotechnology company that provides therapeutics for neurological, autoimmune, and rare diseases.
Founded in 1978Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5BKey Investors
JP Morgan
2023-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1991-09-27IPO
Leadership Team
Robin C. Kramer
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Priya Singhal
Executive Vice President, Head of Development
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