Winter Co-op/Quality Control Systems

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

Department Description

The Quality Control (QC) organization includes several teams: Systems, Chemistry, Chromatography, Immunology, and Microbiology. The Systems group is responsible for supporting the QC laboratory in various functions, including but not limited to, fridge/freezer oversight and management, stability sample management, sample receipt, shipment receipt from external sites, setting up outgoing shipments, and setting up analytical systems utilized by the laboratory. The Chemistry team is responsible for utilities testing (TOC, Conductivity, Nitrates), compendial testing/assays, incoming materials and component release testing.

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Job Description

Receive and prepare quality control samples for further processing by in-house and external testing labs following cGMPs. Performs any or all sample coordinator functions including oversight and performance of a variety of complex standard tasks and sample tasks (receipt, accessioning, routing, storage, aliquotting, shipping, discard, destruction, etc.) in support of the sample management department. Performs routine departmental GMP activities (lab instrument calibrations, preventive maintenance, audits, work orders, etc) to support our group, as well as supporting other laboratory groups. This can also include performing chemistry testing for utilities and incoming materials/component release. This role involves interacting and coordinating with various other departments and with the other teams within the QC organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s (Junior/Senior level) or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or science related fields.
• Organizational skills, ability to follow procedures (SOPs), understanding of GMPs, and experience with biopharmaceutical products/testing.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes/techniques.
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 6-month co-op (January ~ June 2027, flexible based on academic schedules).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assays/experiences include (but not limited to) – pH, Appearance, Osmolality, HPLC/UPLC, PCR, FTIR, TOC, Conductivity, Wet Chemistry, aliquotting, shipping/sample logistics, project management.
• System experience preferred – SAP/ERP, Labware LIMS/LES, Agentry, InfoLogs, Microsoft Office, GLAMS (artwork database for component release).
• Working knowledge of cGXP, ICH guidelines, FDA, USP/EP/JP and data integrity guidelines and regulations.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps.
  • Please note: We recommend using your personal email when submitting your application as school emails tend to block external senders. If you do not receive an automated email after submitting your application, be sure to check your spam folder.

• Atrium is committed to partnering with our clients to create inclusive work environments; to that end, if you need to request an accommodation to complete this application, please reach out to GSK@atriumworks.com.

Benefits

• 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 determined the month following date of hire.
• This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits, Employee Assistance Program and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including educational degree obtained.

In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.

• Pay Rate Range: $22/hr to $43/hr