Company Overview:

Beam Therapeutics is developing precision genetic medicines through the use of base editing. Beam’s proprietary base editors create precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This enables a wide range of potential therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.

The Beam Team Is:

A community of fearless innovators
Rigorous and honest in our research
Listening with open minds
Committed to each other

Position Overview:

Beam is seeking a self-motivated Quality Control Co-op to join our Quality team from January through June 2026. The Quality Control Co-op will learn and explore in the field of cell and gene therapy. The Co-op will support building assay automation capabilities using liquid handlers for programs in clinical development. These workstreams encompass, but are not limited to, product quality release testing assays such as next-generation sequencing and functional bioassays. The Co-op will be expected to support feasibility testing of methods on the liquid handlers and compile data for analysis. In this role, you will gain insights into industry GMP standards and learn how to apply them for assay automation.

Responsibilities:

Learn and practice GMP standards applied in the gene therapy industry.
Understand the basics of analytical methods conducted in QC.
Support non-GMP feasibility testing of automated assays supporting clinical programs.
Analyze data generated from feasibility studies to support method transfer from manual to automated.
Communicate effectively with peers and demonstrate collaboration across different functions and departments.
Maintain and operate multiple liquid handler systems for a variety of automated methods and perform cleaning activities as needed to avoid cross contamination between assays.
Maintain inventory of automation supplies and work with sample vendors as needed.
Actively contribute as a team member by recognizing potential challenges and proactively suggesting effective solutions as they emerge.

Qualifications:

Working towards a BS degree in Life Sciences, Chemical, or Engineering or other related discipline.
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills.
Experience with cell biology or biochemistry; lab-based coursework or research experience required.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture and work in a matrixed team environment.
Experience with robotics automation is a plus.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-granting college or university program and maintain their student status throughout the duration of the co-op to be eligible.