Takeda Co-op Program: Biotherapeutics Process Development Co-op – Downstream Purification (January -June)

Role Summary

Takeda Co-op Program: Biotherapeutics Process Development Co-op – Downstream Purification (January -June)

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute purification and conjugation experiments
• Keep complete records of experimental design, results, and conclusions with an electronic notebook
• Share key results & findings through oral presentations and written reports
• Complete other lab activities as needed

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors/Masters/Ph.D. Degree in chemical engineering, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, chemistry, biotechnology, or related field
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to learn new techniques and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting is required
• Previous experience with purification setup, such as chromatography systems (AKTA), TFF, or high-throughput system/robotics in a laboratory setting is preferred
• General knowledge of protein engineering, bioprocessing and bioconjugation is a plus

Skills

• Communication
• Laboratory techniques
• Experimental design and data analysis
• Record keeping and reporting
• Team collaboration

Education

• Currently enrolled in degree program graduating December 2026 or later

Additional Requirements

• Fully onsite (4+ days/week in office) at Takeda Lexington
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship
• Able to work full time 40 hours a week during co-op dates
• Takeda does not provide housing stipend or relocation support