Spring 2026 Co-Op - Discovery Biology Immunology

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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Co-op student to join our Discovery Biology Immunology Team in Cambridge, MA. Our team focuses on early drug discovery for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, including target identification, validation, screening assay development and characterization of drug mechanism of action. This position offers hands-on learning and exposure to basic drug discovery principles related to autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The candidate will gain experience in human and mouse immune cell culture and assay development to support early discovery proof-of-concept studies and optimize biologics/small molecules for the treatment of autoimmune disorders. The Co-op student will learn various lab techniques used in immunology drug discovery and receive coaching in experimental design, data analysis, critical thinking, and presentation skills.

The full-time co-op will take place January June 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain mammalian cell lines in culture for use in a variety of experimental systems.
• Isolate primary cells from human, cyno and mouse blood/tissues.
• Receive hands-on training on multi-parameter flow cytometry to be able to execute flow cytometry assay independently.
• Perform basic laboratory techniques including luciferase reporter assays, ELISA/MSD/Luminex assays, PCR/qPCR and automated Western Blot.
• Characterize the immune response in primary cell-based assays including analysis of cytokine/chemokine secretion, antibody secretion, and flow cytometry analysis.
• Analyze and report experimental findings in a detailed electronic lab notebook, with multiple opportunities to present work at team meetings and department immunology meeting.
• Additional technical opportunities are possible depending on project needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Enrollment in University Bachelors or Masters degree program studying relevant scientific discipline with at least two (2) years of cell biology and/or molecular biology course work.
• Minimum three (3) semesters of laboratory course work
• Understanding of cell biology and immunology techniques with preferred hands-on experience in cell culture or tissue culture. Prior work experience preferred.
• Experience in independently generating precise, reliable data and analysis.
• Strong academic record ? 3.0 GPA
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment. Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This is a temporary, time-bound position intended for the duration of the internship or co-op program. Employment in this role does not imply or guarantee ongoing or permanent employment with BMS.

The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is within the range of $29.00 to $35.00/hr. Please note that the final individual compensation and any applicable benefits will be determined by your employer of record (and not BMS). Factors influencing this decision may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location of the job. Compensation details are subject to change.

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