Biologics R&D Process Chromatography Development Co-Op - Spring 2026

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Job Function:
Career Programs

Job Sub Function:
Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:
Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:
Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for a Spring 2026 Co-Op in Biologics R&D Process Chromatography Development, located in Malvern, PA.

Research & Development Co-Op Overview:

J&J R&D encompasses the development of sophisticated materials, process improvements, risk management and mechanical testing through the development process across all sectors including Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Consumer and Corporate/Enterprise.

We offer a fast-paced cross-functional, technologically advanced, corporate environment, passionate about developing individual engineering and scientific skills.

You will have the opportunity to learn about anatomy, disease states, deformities and the surgical procedure/products used to address these conditions.

Life as an R&D Co-Op:

The R&D Co-Op program provides each student with real-life hands-on experience, coaching and mentoring, networking opportunities, as well as the opportunity to meet people from various schools throughout the country.

Each Co-Op will be assigned to a single function with a specific project for the 6-month term.

The typical Co-Op term is from Jan 2026– Jun 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

The TDS Proteins Development API organization is seeking a candidate interested in protein process development.

Various chromatography methods are utilized in the downstream sphere to purify protein molecules from process impurities and aggregates.

In this role, the Co-Op will...


* Support high-throughput screening of protein chromatography binding conditions and develop digital tools for efficient archiving and processing of screening data.


* Obtain hands-on experience with process development instrumentation, biochemical characterization, and a basic understanding of process development in the biopharmaceutical industry.


* Be responsible for protein and buffer sample preparation, HTPD work using resin filter plates, chromatography purification using lab-scale AKTA systems, and analytical data processing and compilation.


* Analyze and interpret experimental results using analytical and statistical techniques.

Actively participate in weekly meetings with internal and external collaborators.


* Participate in technical discussions on design of ex...