Who is BlueRock?
BlueRock Therapeutics LP is a clinical stage cell therapy harnessing the power of cell therapy to create a pipeline of new medicines for people suffering from neurological and ophthalmic diseases. Two of our novel investigational cell therapies, bemdaneprocel (BRT-DA01) for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and OpCT-001 for the treatment of primary photoreceptor diseases are clinical stage programs. BlueRock was founded in 2016 as a joint venture of Versant Ventures and Leaps by Bayer. Our culture is defined by the courage to persist regardless of the challenge, the urgency to transform medicine and deliver hope, integrity guided by mission, and community-mindedness with the understanding that we are all part of something bigger than ourselves.
What Are We Doing?
Our foundational science harnesses the ability to create and then direct the differentiation of universal pluripotent stem cells into authentic, functional cells that can be used as allogeneic cellular therapies to treat a broad array of diseases. We can also further engineer these cells, enabling them to produce enzymes, antibodies, and other proteins for additional therapeutic benefit.
We are passionate about delivering on the promise of cellular and gene therapy, shaping the future of cellular medicine, and delivering new therapies to millions of patients with treatment options.
We are seeking individuals who are collaborative, thrive in a fun and dynamic culture, and are steadfast in the commitment to advance cutting-edge cellular therapies to impact patients’ lives.
BlueRock Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Co-Op to join our Discovery Analytics team in New York City. This role involves designing and executing in vitro experiments to develop novel assays and biomarkers for our cell therapy products. The candidate will perform various assays, collect and analyze data, and present scientific findings. Hands-on laboratory work and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment are essential. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in cell therapy.
ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute in vitro experiments to assess and develop novel assays/biomarkers, techniques, and technologies to characterize cell therapy development processes. Perform flow cytometry, ELISA, analytical, cell-based, PCR-based and other assays as required.Collect, analyze, track, and trend data from various assays, Perform additional duties to support the safe and efficient operation of the laboratory, and other duties as assigned.Qualifications & RequirementsHave (Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university in biological sciences or related field of study). Possess the (Ability to work a 6 month assignment, full-time). Must be 18 years of age by the start of the internship/co-op. Must have transportation to the site in New York, NY, USA. This position is intended to be on-site and candidates will be informed should anything change. Familiarity or exposure to standard analytics equipment and procedures including, but not limited to Flow cytometry, ELISA, DNA/RNA analysis, cell-based and screening assays, protein analysis, sterility, mycoplasma, endotoxin, cell-counting, qPCR, ddPCR, IHC/pathology. A basic understanding of aseptic techniques and technologies is preferred.Excellent organizational skills, sufficient to multi-task in an extremely fast-paced environment with changing priorities. BlueRock Therapeutics Company Culture Highlights
Winner of Boston Business Journal's Best Places to Work (Mid-size Company) 2023
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Diversity 2022
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Women 2022
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best CEO 2022
BlueRock Therapeutics is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.
Engineering Department is ranked in the top 5% of companies for Overall Culture on Comparably.
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Equal Opportunity Workplace: At BlueRock, we welcome and support differences and diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Please let us know if you require disability-related accommodation or other grounds protected by human rights legislation during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs.
