Co-op, Parenteral Drug Product Development

About the Role

Overview: This is a 6-month student Co-op in Parenteral Drug Product Development, July–December 2026, with resume review beginning January 2026. The role focuses on the study and testing of oligonucleotides across formulations and steam sterilization conditions, offering hands-on experience in formulation science and sterilization techniques. You will contribute to internal reports as a co-author and participate in departmental meetings to understand oligonucleotide drug product development in the pharmaceutical industry.

You will present your research findings in both oral and written formats and collaborate closely with a pharmaceutical scientist on a research project that advances development efforts.

• Planning and executing research related to the development of steam-sterilization process
• Utilization of a variety of physical and chemical characterization techniques to understand the physicochemical characteristics of oligonucleotides and associated formulations
• Utilization of modeling tools to assess formulation stability and performance
• Development of a small-scale pre-formulation screening workflow to predict formulation performance

• Should have basic laboratory skills and research experience, such as recording in lab notebooks, aseptic manufacturing techniques (buffer exchange, filtration, sterilization), analytical techniques (ultra high-performance liquid chromatography, spectroscopy), and safe lab practices
• Knowledge of synthetic oligonucleotides development (chemistry, manufacturing, and controls) and statistical analysis by JMP® is a plus

• 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

• Degree level(s): Bachelors (Junior / Senior), or a graduate student pursuing Masters
• Must have completed a minimum of two years of study toward a bachelor’s degree by May 2026
• Preferred majors/programs: Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, or related disciplines

Job Level: Internship

The base compensation range for this role is not specified here. The actual hourly wage offered will consider the candidate’s current academic level and degree candidacy, inclusive of Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, JD, MD, PhD and MBA programs, and will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements specific to the job location.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a range of benefits designed to support our educational employees, including, but not limited to:

• Company paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Resource Groups participation
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses talented and passionate achievers with opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. We work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.