Merck · 21 hours ago
Assoc. Scientist, Biology-Discovery
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$72K/yr - $113K/yrMerck is seeking highly motivated and skilled associate scientists to support assay development and testing of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies. The role involves conducting experiments with various immune and bioassays to elucidate pharmacological activities and requires proficiency in operating and maintaining analytical instruments.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
With minimal supervision, perform immune and bioassays for characterization of biological activities of therapeutic antibodies
Participate in project teams and provide testing support to cross-functional teams
Perform routine laboratory work and ensure proper maintenance and calibration of equipment
Document experimental procedures, results, and conclusions in laboratory notebooks and technical reports
Present findings and progress updates to project teams and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or a related discipline
A working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques in life science
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work effectively with peers in R&D and other departments
Must have good computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook
Accountability
Animal Science
Antibody Therapeutics
Assay
Assay Development
Bioanalytical Assays
Biochemistry
Biodesign
Biological Sciences
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Cell Biology
Cell Culture Techniques
Data Analysis
Immunochemistry
Innovation
Laboratory Documentation
Laboratory Equipment Calibration
Laboratory Techniques
Machine Learning (ML)
Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Monoclonal Antibodies
Pipetting
Preferred
Hands-on experience in assay development for biological therapeutics
Knowledge and experience with different type of immune and bioassays
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate and sick days
Company
Merck
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
Founded in 1891
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.59MKey Investors
Private Capital AdvisorsGavi, the Vaccine Alliance
2018-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $0.59M
2016-01-21Series Unknown· $5M
1980-12-19IPO
Leadership Team
Betty Larson
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Dean Li
Executive Vice President and President, Merck Research Laboratories
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