Summer Co-op/Synthetic Chemistry

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Department Description

Students will be working as part of GSK's Encoded Technologies (ET) chemistry team located in Cambridge, MA. The Encoded Technologies group is an integral part of GSK's drug discovery platform and is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of chemists, biologists, and data scientists applying DNA-encoded libraries and other novel technologies to the discovery of new therapeutics. 

Job Description

We are offering a full-time, 6-month co-op position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The primary focus of the placement will be the synthesis and design of new compounds following DNA-encoded library screening. As a member of our team, you will also gain insight into the broader aspects of the DNA-encoded library technology platform and its application in drug discovery. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Masters or PhD in Chemistry or similar disciplines.
• Sufficient theoretical understanding and laboratory experience in organic chemistry (methodology and/or synthesis).
• Skills in synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds.
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 6-month co-op (June ~ December 2025).
• 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Broad knowledge and understanding of organic reactions, recent methodologies, reaction mechanisms, and awareness of recent developments in relevant literature.
• Motivated and driven to tackle new synthetic chemistry challenges.
• Interest in DNA-encoded libraries and associated techniques . 

Eligibility Requirements

• 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 World of GSK Assessment.
  • Please note, you must receive a passing score to move forward in the application process. Once your assessment is complete, a recruiter will review your application and be in touch with next steps.

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 skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law.

  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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Salary : $21 - $40