Co-Op, EHS & Lab Operations

Who is BlueRock?

BlueRock Therapeutics, a wholly-owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a leading engineered cell therapy company using its unique cell+gene platform to direct cellular differentiation and genetically engineer cells to create a new generation of cellular medicines that address large patient populations suffering from neurological, cardiovascular, and immunology diseases.

The convergence of cell biology and genetic engineering is creating fundamental new ways to impact disease. Founded in 2016 to capitalize on these technological breakthroughs, we are advancing our novel cell+gene platform to develop, manufacture, and deliver an entirely new generation of authentic and engineered cell therapies across three therapeutic areas: neurology, cardiology, and immunology.

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.

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Responsible for providing technical expertise in the development and implementation of programs aligned with BlueRock’s EHS Management System. This role will be reporting into and working closely with the Senior Manager of EHS to build capability within research and manufacturing for hazard identification and control as well as the promotion of a healthy and safe working culture. The successful candidate will act as an EHS resource with specialization in Industrial Hygiene and/or Environmental Protection for key programs including but not limited to Risk Assessment and Hazard Communication, Incident Management, Chemical Safety, Biosafety, and Emergency Response. They will collaborate with other groups within Tech Ops as well as the Research and G&A function (as required).

Lab Operations (LabOps)

Responsible for providing on-site support with the day-to-day technical and administrative operations of the research laboratories. This role will have a dotted line into Lab Operations to support the laboratories routine operations including but not limited to inventory and supply management, conducting supportive lab tasks, equipment management, shipping and receiving, and assisting with administration and documentation.

This role is for a 4-month to 6-month co-op.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory control and management such as chemical inventory of materials.
• Help support the maintenance of asset management records within our asset management platform that are current and tracked.
• Assist with lab support initiatives such as waste management, PPE restocking, and lab deep cleans.
• Assist with the implementation of EHS initiatives within LabOps.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a master’s degree program at an accredited university in Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety with emphasis in Occupational Hygiene OR Environmental Public Health.
• Possess the ability to work a 4-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 Toronto, ON, CA.
• This position is intended to be a combination of on-site and working from home (as required).
• Excellent organizational skills, sufficient to multi-task in an extremely fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across multiple functions.
  
  

$30 - $30 an hour

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.

BlueRock Therapeutics, a wholly-owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a leading engineered cell therapy company using its unique cell+gene platform to direct cellular differentiation and genetically engineer cells to create a new generation of cellular medicines that address large patient populations suffering from neurological, cardiovascular, and immunology diseases.