Process Engineering Co-op, LNP Development

Company Overview:

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam’s suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of 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.

Position Overview: 

Beam is looking for a highly energetic Process Engineering Co-op to join our growing LNP Development Team from January through June 2027.  In this role, you will contribute to scale-up activities for Lipid Nanoparticle formulations and process development, troubleshooting strategies and data driven experimental designs for next-generation LNP formulations. You will work closely with the development team along with collaborating cross-functionally within a fast-paced environment to develop robust and scalable LNPs. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support the development, optimization, and scale-up of targeted lipid nanoparticle (tLNP) manufacturing processes. 
• Conduct formulation and process development studies involving LNP mixing, filtration, and tangential flow filtration (TFF) to evaluate and understand key product quality attributes.  
• Execute laboratory experiments to assess process performance and characterize the impact of critical process parameters on LNP quality, stability, and manufacturability.  
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives through experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting of formulation and manufacturing challenges.  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across LNP Development, Analytical Development, and Process Optimization to advance project objectives. 
• Maintain accurate documentation of experimental activities, analyze results, and present to the project team.
• Follow all laboratory safety policies and procedures while supporting routine laboratory operations. 

Qualifications: 

• Pursuing a BS or MS in Bioengineering, Biochemistry or any related field of study with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong interest in drug delivery, bioprocess development, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.  
• Knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and data analytics tools required
• Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.  
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with familiarity with process engineering concepts.  
• Highly motivated to learn, with excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• 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. 

Hourly pay will will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education.