Intern Co Op DPD and D Lab Ops

Drug Product Development (DPD) is a department in Biotherapeutics Development and Supply (BTDS). The department is responsible for formulation/process development and testing of therapeutic proteins or other biologics including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), virus like substances, cell based therapeutics and mixed conjugates. Lab Based Co-ops would have the opportunity to do lab and office Based duties. Office Based Co-ops would have the opportunity to work on Lab initiatives but may not directly link to experiments. This Opportunity is open to Business and STEM Majors.

For Lab Based Co-ops would include but not limited to the following functions:

• Development and optimization of liquid and lyophilized biologics formulations, as well as execution of characterization plans and stability studies
• Designing and optimizing various formulation and filling unit technical operations including freeze/thaw, mixing, sterile filtration, vial and syringe filling and lyophilization
• Participate in overseeing the execution of pilot to commercial scale fill/finish manufacturing processes.
• Perform studies that contribute to the continuous improvement manufacturing process, and administration equipment
• Perform technical analysis of the project data, including trending of data, and may be expected to present data to peers and functional management
• May be required to perform modeling studies to drive development activities
• Author technical reports and make presentations of technical data
• Follow general laboratory safety procedures, as related to biologically-derived materials
• Perform her/his duties consistent with good laboratory practices

For Office Based Co-ops would include but not limited to the following functions:

• Promote Continuous Improvement efforts and culture using Process Excellence and Lean Methodologies
• Assist with Project Management of department, including communication with Key Stakeholders and suppliers
• Analyze and report metrics to teams and management.
• Functional Planning and reporting
• Creation and management of improved trackers for Operational and Capital Expenditures.

All Co-ops will work to develop the following skills:

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• New Business and technical Applications
• Project Management
• Laboratory equipment and Methods

Soft Skills:

• Build and manage relationships
• Learn Continuous Improvement tools and applications
• Facilitate communication and learning between Co-ops
• Take initiative and lead teams