Merck · 16 hours ago
Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology
USA - Massachusetts - Boston (MA Parcel B Laboratory)
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $154K/yr
3+ years expMerck is a leading research-driven pharmaceutical company seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join their In-Vivo Pharmacology group. The role involves developing disease models and executing pharmacologic studies to support research and development programs in immunology and oncology.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
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Responsibilities
Plan, design and execute in-vivo pharmacological experiments to support and advance drug discovery programs in immunology and oncology
Characterize and optimize in vitro, ex vivo or in vivo assays at scale to support potential compound screening, biomarker identification and mechanism of action studies
Run validation and research operating plan (ROP) assays for test articles with appropriate benchmarks
Maintain timely, accurate laboratory records of activities & comply with good documentation practices
Effectively collaborate with integrated teams in a matrix organization setting to facilitate the conduct of studies and to the success of discovery programs
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Immunology, Pharmacology, Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related STEM field with 1+ year of relevant postgraduate experience or B.S. with 3+ years of relevant post-graduate in-vivo experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical/ research laboratory setting
Hands-on experience with in-vivo models – particularly related to autoimmune disease or tumor immunology
Experience in PK/PD models, autoimmune/tumor efficacy experience
ELISA, Western blot, and flow cytometry and other immunological assay skills are desired
Working knowledge using standard data analysis tools such as Graph Pad Prism, FlowJo, etc., and Microsoft programs
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to collate the results and make a presentation to the stakeholders
The ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with peers within and across departments is expected
Accountability
Adaptability
Assay Development
Autoimmune Diseases
Cell-Based Assays
Cell Culture Techniques
Data Analysis
Detail-Oriented
Drug Discovery Process
Flow Cytometry
Immunoassays
Immunology
Inflammatory Diseases
Innovation
In Vivo Pharmacology
Mouse Models
Oncology
Tumor Models
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.
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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