Fall Co-op/Immunotoxicology & Biomarkers

Immunological Toxicology and Biomarkers is part of the Pre-Clinical Safety (PCS) department with in GSK R&D Business Unit.  PCS aims to characterize, understand, and explain the biological mechanisms of the Safety of new medicines and to translate this knowledge for project teams, patients, prescribers, and regulatory agencies.

Immunological Toxicology specifically develops and executes testing strategies to investigate immunotox consequences of on-target and/or off-target engagement of compounds.  We provide timely, comprehensive, and well-integrated assessments of immunotoxicity potential and risk at all phases of drug development and regulatory submissions. We support customized immunotoxicology testing on in-house and outsourced in vivo toxicology studies and continuously develop and improve in vitro and in vivo methods to assess immunotoxicity.

We are located at the Upper Providence Site in Collegeville, PA.

We are seeking a 6 month co-op student who is interested in learning and utilizing “state of the art” equipment for evaluating drug-induced effects on the immune system. The co-op student will be involved with ongoing Immunologic Toxicology projects evaluating Immune stimulation and disregulation utilizing current immunologic methods such as flow cytometry and cell based assays on samples obtained from in vitro and in vivo studies. 

• Pursuing a Bachelor's (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) degree in Biological Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Basic lab skills including micropipetting, capable of following directions, can perform calculations, and keep an accurate laboratory notebook.
• Track record of achievement and leadership in work and/or extracurricular activities.
• Desire for a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the 6 month co-op (September 2024 ~ March 2025).
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible. 

• Basic understanding of Immunology and/or Cell Biology
• Previous co-op experience preferred
• Experience with ELISAs, Flow Cytometry, and cell culture
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Evidence of leadership and teamwork skills

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• If your skillsets are a match for this role, you will be contacted by our recruitment team with next steps to complete our internal World of GSK Assessment.
• Please note, you must receive a passing score to move forward in the interview process. Once your assessment is complete, a recruiter will review your results and be in touch with next steps.

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position.
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility to be determined upon hire.

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