Winter Co-op/Precision Medicine
Department Description:
The Flow Cytometry Cellular Biomarkers team is part of the Biomarker and Bioanalytical Platforms (BBP) department within Precision Medicine. Our primary focus is to deepen our understanding of the immunological profiles of patients participating in clinical trials, employing advanced technologies such as spectral flow cytometry.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:
- Gain experience in the precision medicine specialty area, including infectious disease, respiratory, and oncology.
- Develop hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, working with human specimens, particularly human whole blood.
- Deepen their understanding of immunology and flow cytometry related-techniques.
- Help improve methods for handling, processing, and storing patient samples Support Principal Scientist with data analysis and presentation to stakeholders.
- Network within GSK Precision Medicine Department.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).
Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Pursuing a BS (Seniors only), MS, or PhD in Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, or related disciplines.
- Has previous lab experience from either industrial or academic research environments.
- Is comfortable working with human fluids, such as whole blood.
- Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the 6-month co-op (January ~ June 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:
- Previous experience with flow cytometry
- Cell culture/aseptic technique
- Knowledge of immunology
- Flexibility and proactivity
- Strong interest in the pharmaceutical industry and precision medicine
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
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.
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Eligibility Requirements:
- Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.
- If your skillsets are a match for this role, you will be contacted by our recruitment team with next steps to complete our internal World of GSK Assessment.
- Please note, you must receive a passing score to move forward in the interview process. Once your assessment is complete, a recruiter will review your results and be in touch with next steps.