Job Description
Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.
The Cell Pharmacology group in Department of Quantitative Biosciences is seeking a highly motivated Scientist with a background in immunology and oncology assays to join our company Research Laboratories in Boston. The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to develop and characterize novel in vitro and ex vivo translational pharmacology assays to support autoimmune and cancer projects. These new assays will capture features of human biology to improve preclinical translation to the clinic efficacy.
Responsibilities:
Conduct routine molecular profiling bioassays to support the development of new therapeutics across diverse modalities-including small molecules, peptides, biologics, and heterobifunctional therapeutics. Support pipeline programs across therapeutic areas, including oncology, autoimmunity, neuroscience, and metabolic disease.
Develop bioassays independently or in collaboration with senior scientists in the lab, execute assays at medium to high throughput, interpret and analyze the results of experiments, and successfully transfer assays onto automation platforms as needed.
Interpret data and communicate results to stakeholders and management in timely manner.
Meet project milestones and timelines.
Maintenance and propagation of cell lines, primary cell isolation and culture
Conduct studies for biomarker identification and mechanism of action studies as needed to understand pharmacology.
Implement novel technologies and approaches to solve program objectives and issues.
Document protocols and results, comply with all laboratory safety and environmental requirements.
Take on increasing responsibility within the Quantitative Biosciences group and on project teams as your skills develop.
Collaborate across our global Quantitative Biosciences and other partner networks to develop capabilities, advance therapeutic programs and grow our scientific capital.
Experience:
Proficiency in cell culture, passaging and harvesting.
Basic knowledge of lab automation and plate readers with an ability to propose new approaches and experimental designs as needed is preferred
Experience implementing and interpreting immunoassays involving blood and primary cell culture, such as flow cytometry, qPCR, ELISA, and major platforms such as Meso Scale Discovery and Alphalisa.
Experience with medium to high throughput assay-related data analysis and an appreciation for the related quantitative and statistical concepts.
Candidate should be a strong team player working across the organization with ability to adapt for changing priorities.
Effectively communicate, both verbally and written, experimental design, results, conclusions and issues to senior management, peers and cross-functional teams
Passion for innovation and problem solving.
Education Requirements:
A master's or bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Pharmacology; Pharmaceutical Sciences) with a minimum of 1 year (with a master's) or 2 years (with a Bachelor's) of relevant laboratory experience in an industrial or applied academic/medical setting.
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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
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The salary range for this role is
$96,100.00 - $151,200.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
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Employee Status:
RegularRelocation:
No relocationVISA Sponsorship:
YesTravel Requirements:
No Travel RequiredFlexible Work Arrangements:
Not ApplicableShift:
Not IndicatedValid Driving License:
NoHazardous Material(s):
OEB4, OEB5, and bloodborne pathogensRequired Skills:
Assay Development, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Cell Culture Techniques, Cell Transfection, Communication, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Dose Response Analysis, ELISA Techniques, In Vitro Assays, Molecular Biology Techniques, Social CollaborationPreferred Skills:
Flow Cytometry, Immunoblots, Protein AssayJob Posting End Date:
08/12/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID:R360128
