Vertex Fellow San Diego
Job Description
Job Description
Please submit a CV/resume and cover letter with your application.
Letters of Recommendation will be requested if invited to interview.
Job Description
The Vertex Fellowship is a unique, one-year training program that provides formal training and experiential learning about the science and business of drug discovery. The fellowship intends to attract outstanding scientists and physicians who have completed their PhD and/or MD degree within the previous 5 years. Fellows join Vertex for a customized yearlong experience in which they are embedded within project teams and gain hands-on experience with real-world R&D challenges. Fellows contribute to our culture of innovation by bringing their ideas to challenge our thinking. The program is directed by our Chief Scientific Officer, David Altshuler M.D., Ph.D., with the involvement of many other Vertex senior leaders.
We believe diversity fuels innovation and encourage scientists from diverse backgrounds to apply for this fellowship. Early career scientists with expertise in a variety of research areas including but not limited to: Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, Cell and Gene Therapies, Biochemistry, Immunology, Data Science, Toxicology, and Material Sciences are encouraged to apply.
Why be a Vertex Fellow?
- Help patients by contributing to the development of transformative medicines
- Learn about drug discovery to build and accelerate your career
- Advance a scientific idea rapidly in a team-based environment
- Receive mentorship from scientific, medical, and business leaders at Vertex
- Become a member of the Vertex Fellows network and develop connections internally and externally
This program starts in September 2025 and ends August 2026
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidate must have earned a PhD, MD or joint degree
- Demonstrated evidence of scientific impact (e.g., through significant publications, presentations or awards)
- Demonstrated evidence of creative thinking and scientific problem solving
- Interest in the intersection of medicine and drug discovery research
Fellows Program Timeline:
- Applications for the Vertex Fellows 2025-2026 class will be accepted from November 12, 2024 - January 10, 2025, at 5pm ET
- Selected candidates will be invited in February 2025 to interview. Letters of Recommendation will be requested at this time
- Interviews will take place on the first week of March 2025
- Selected Fellows will receive formal offers in mid-late March 2025
- The class of 2025-2026 will start at one of Vertex's research sites no later than September 2025
Pay Range:
$100,000 - $140,000Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Human Resources at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
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