Co-op, Pharma Quality Engineering

Job Description

This application is for a 6-month student role from January – June 2025. Resume review begins in October 2024. 

The RTP Pharma site supports two sterile filling lines in the Parenteral Fill (PF) facility, a small-scale filling line, an Oligonucleotide Synthesis Manufacturing (OSM) Area, and an Oral Solid Dose (OSD) Manufacturing Area. As a Co-Op in Quality Engineering, the successful candidate will help ensure that Quality systems supporting facility, equipment, automation, and utilities remain in compliance with Biogen and industry cGMP standards. 

These activities would include support of facility and equipment controls and release from planned shutdowns of the various manufacturing areas, as well as general facility and equipment oversight (e.g., pest control program and calibration/Remedial Action Report program, respectively). 

Qualifications

The successful candidate will assist the Quality Engineering team with process improvements to site-specific procedures and global programs. Specifically, the Co-Op will collaborate with Manufacturing Operations and Site Services to harmonize manufacturing area shutdown practices across PF, OSM, and OSD, which will result in revision to two site-specific procedures. The Co-Op will also collaborate with Site Services and other Biogen locations to make improvements to pest control reports and trending, therein revising the procedure defining the global pest control program. Lastly, the Co-Op will collaborate with Instrumentation and Controls, as well as other Biogen locations, to improve upon Remedial Action Report (RAR) trending and revising the procedure that defines the global RAR program. 

Example projects may include: 

• Shutdown Procedure Alignment
• Pest Control Program Changes
• Remedial Action Report Program Changes
• Other projects, as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office / SharePoint is a plus
• Ability to hit deadlines and understand processes from start to finish
• Great communication skills

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college or university

Education 

• Rising Sophomore or above & enrolled in an Engineering or Scientific Undergraduate or Master’s degree program

Location 

• This position is on-site in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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