Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Spring 2027 Co-op, Integrated Pharmacology

Boston, MA · Intern · Internship

No sponsorship$25k-$50kDetected 6 hours ago
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37Risky
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role82
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level I)39
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 17 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card follow-through: 83%

Of 12 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 2 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 515 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

29 transfer filings in the last year, covering 29 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future.
  • Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future
  • to turn your potential into progression.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the planning, design, and execution of in vivo and ex vivo pharmacology studies under guidance of manager or project team, demonstrating sound scientific judgment and reliable follow-through.
  • Apply literature-based methods and, with guidance from supervisor, adapt or optimize protocols to meet experimental needs and improve assay performance.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and well-organized experimental records, including methods, raw data, observations, analyses, and conclusions, in accordance with laboratory standards.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional colleagues while independently managing assigned experimental activities, priorities, and timelines.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency
  • We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
  • This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in pharmacology, biological sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Experience with in vivo mouse techniques, including subcutaneous (SC), intravenous (IV), oral (PO), and intraperitoneal (IP) dosing
  • Experience with ex vivo laboratory techniques, including protein-based assays (e.g., Western blotting and ELISA), flow cytometry, and molecular biology methods such as qPCR.
  • You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027
  • You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January - June 2027
  • The Vertex Integrated Pharmacology Co-op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree in pharmacology, biological sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

Compensation

  • compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.
  • The range provided is a reasonable estimate for the pay range for this job at the time of posting.
  • Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
  • The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
  • The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting.
  • This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.

Benefits

  • Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.
  • At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends.

Company info

  • Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression.

Equal opportunity

  • Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
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