2027 Automation & Process Analytics Technology Co-Op (June - Dec)

Worcester, MA, United Statescontract

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AbbVie Graduate co-op student role at AbbVie supporting integration of spectroscopy with automated liquid-handling robotics for cell culture development. Responsibilities include designing labware, developing automated methods, performing cell culture techniques, and applying data-science modeling.

Responsibilities

Supporting integration of spectroscopy systems with an automated liquid-handling platform for high-throughput, at-line spectral acquisition from cell culture samples.
Designing and 3D printing custom labware and sampling components to support automated sample transfer and spectral measurement.
Developing and troubleshoot automated liquid-handler methods for sample acquisition, flow-cell delivery, and system wash and cleaning cycles.
Performing aseptic cell culture techniques, including thawing, passaging, and banking of mammalian (CHO) cell lines, to support experimental studies.
Collecting, processing, and analyzing Raman spectral and process data; apply chemometric and data-science techniques to build predictive models for metabolites and product quality attributes.
Collaborating cross-functionally with scientists in cell culture development, automation engineering, and analytical development to refine workflows using experimental results and team feedback.
Documenting experimental methods, data, and results clearly; contribute to a final presentation and/or manuscript-quality summary suitable for internal or external scientific communication.

Qualification

Currently enrolled in universityProficient in aseptic techniquesKnowledge of biology and biochemistryAbility to execute

Required

Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemistry or a related field.
Must be enrolled in university at the time of the Co-Op.
Expected graduation date between May 2028 – Dec 2028
Proficient in aseptic techniques, including thawing, passaging, and banking mammalian cell lines in a biosafety cabinet.
Knowledge of optical spectroscopy techniques, including Raman, fluorescence, and absorbance.
Knowledge of biology and biochemistry, cell metabolism, and protein characterization as applied to CHO cell culture development.
Must be able to commit to a 6-month program at AbbVie’s site located in Worcester, MA (June - December).

Preferred

Strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex laboratory robotics and instrumentation challenges.
Ability to design and create custom labware using 3D printing.
Ability to execute, troubleshoot, and interpret complex experimental data to determine thoughtful next steps.
Working knowledge of programming or scripting languages such as Python, Visual Basic and C/C++.

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AbbVie

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