Research Associate - Cancer Biology & Therapeutics - BIO001771

Description



Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first. Join us and experience our culture first-hand - one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, youll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

The individual will work closely in a team based environment with biologists and chemists to support the development of novel therapies to treat human cancer. The Associate Scientist will use cutting-edge molecular, biochemical, and cellular biology techniques to support the discovery and development of novel cancer therapies.
Qualifications

Candidates should possess a B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2 or more years of experience. The candidates must be familiar with basic molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell culture techniques, such as plasmid construction, gene mutations, PCR analysis, mammalian cell transfections, biochemical assay development, and enzyme kinetics. Candidates should have experience applying biochemical and cell based assay techniques to support drug discovery efforts.

As a vital contributor to the Oncology team, the Associate Scientist must be comfortable interfacing with other technical areas and departments. An ability to design experiments and analyze data is required. He /she will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic scientific discussions, presenting data to internal project teams. Thus the candidate will need to be an excellent communicator and have solid interpersonal skills.

Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose - bringing Mercks finest achievements to people around the world.



We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Mercks retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation.



To apply, please visit www.merckboston.com and search for job number # BIO001771. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V - proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.



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