Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
2026 Future Talent Program- Protein & Structural Chemistry - Co-op
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, West Point, Pennsylvania, us, 19486
Overview
The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. We are seeking a Co‑op to join our Protein & Structural Chemistry group within Discovery Chemistry. Our team uses multidisciplinary approaches to design, express, purify, and characterize protein reagents that enable structure elucidation and advance our drug discovery pipeline—ultimately helping improve patients' lives. The specific project will include evaluation of methodologies to generate protein reagents using both cell-free and traditional recombinant expression techniques. The co-op will purify, characterize and compare proteins generated from different expression platforms with the goal of generating protein suitable for structural studies. Key Responsibilities
Execute protein expression using recombinant and cell‑free platforms Purify and characterize proteins using various biophysical and biochemical techniques Maintain accurate electronic lab notebooks (ELNs); follow safe laboratory practices and proper use of biosafety cabinets and instrumentation Analyze and present data in both oral and written formats Participate in departmental and cross‑functional meetings to gain a broad perspective on the pharmaceutical drug development process Engage with an inclusive, collaborative team and contribute to a positive lab culture Additional Learning Opportunities
Exposure to automated/robotic systems and high‑throughput workflows Introduction to protein crystallization and cryo‑EM methods Required Experience and Skills
Candidate must have completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (BS/BA) or one year of graduate studies (MS/PhD) by June 2026 Candidate must have availability to work full‑time, on‑site for 6 months, in West Point, PA, beginning winter/spring/summer 2026 Candidate must have knowledge of eukaryotic cell culture and aseptic technique Candidate must have knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, protein expression, purification and/or characterization Candidate must be highly organized, self‑motivated, with strong analytical and communication skills Candidate must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment and contribute to an inclusive culture Candidate must have meticulous attention to detail and documentation skills Preferred Experience and Skills
Candidate should have experience with eukaryotic cell maintenance, transfection, and scale‑up Candidate should have experience with FPLC, affinity/ion exchange, and size exclusion chromatography, SDS-PAGE, analytical SEC, DSF, LC/MS, Western blotting and/or related analytical assays Candidate should have experience with cell‑free protein expression Candidate should have familiarity with the pharmaceutical drug‑discovery process Important Notices
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company. Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD Requisition ID: R367981 Additional Information
Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term) Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable Shift:
Not Indicated Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
Yes Job Posting End Date:
11/3/2025 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Note:
U.S. Hybrid Work Model and local housing or regulatory statements apply per site policy. EEO and Compliance:
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about your rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws.
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The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. We are seeking a Co‑op to join our Protein & Structural Chemistry group within Discovery Chemistry. Our team uses multidisciplinary approaches to design, express, purify, and characterize protein reagents that enable structure elucidation and advance our drug discovery pipeline—ultimately helping improve patients' lives. The specific project will include evaluation of methodologies to generate protein reagents using both cell-free and traditional recombinant expression techniques. The co-op will purify, characterize and compare proteins generated from different expression platforms with the goal of generating protein suitable for structural studies. Key Responsibilities
Execute protein expression using recombinant and cell‑free platforms Purify and characterize proteins using various biophysical and biochemical techniques Maintain accurate electronic lab notebooks (ELNs); follow safe laboratory practices and proper use of biosafety cabinets and instrumentation Analyze and present data in both oral and written formats Participate in departmental and cross‑functional meetings to gain a broad perspective on the pharmaceutical drug development process Engage with an inclusive, collaborative team and contribute to a positive lab culture Additional Learning Opportunities
Exposure to automated/robotic systems and high‑throughput workflows Introduction to protein crystallization and cryo‑EM methods Required Experience and Skills
Candidate must have completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (BS/BA) or one year of graduate studies (MS/PhD) by June 2026 Candidate must have availability to work full‑time, on‑site for 6 months, in West Point, PA, beginning winter/spring/summer 2026 Candidate must have knowledge of eukaryotic cell culture and aseptic technique Candidate must have knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, protein expression, purification and/or characterization Candidate must be highly organized, self‑motivated, with strong analytical and communication skills Candidate must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment and contribute to an inclusive culture Candidate must have meticulous attention to detail and documentation skills Preferred Experience and Skills
Candidate should have experience with eukaryotic cell maintenance, transfection, and scale‑up Candidate should have experience with FPLC, affinity/ion exchange, and size exclusion chromatography, SDS-PAGE, analytical SEC, DSF, LC/MS, Western blotting and/or related analytical assays Candidate should have experience with cell‑free protein expression Candidate should have familiarity with the pharmaceutical drug‑discovery process Important Notices
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company. Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD Requisition ID: R367981 Additional Information
Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term) Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable Shift:
Not Indicated Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
Yes Job Posting End Date:
11/3/2025 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Note:
U.S. Hybrid Work Model and local housing or regulatory statements apply per site policy. EEO and Compliance:
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about your rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws.
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