Research Associate - Cancer Pathways - BIO001745

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.

Successful candidate will function as a member Cancer Pathways Department and will play an integral part in the development of emerging drug candidates.

A focus will be on developing biomarkers that predict sensitivity to drug candidates and also in developing rational drug combinations for clinical testing.

These efforts involve testing biomarker hypotheses by correlating drug sensitivity with candidate biomarker, genetic manipulation of candidates biomarkers and assessment of signaling through key oncogenic pathways.
Qualifications

Qualifications include a BS/MS degree, and strong technical skills and experience in cell and molecular biology techniques. Essential skills include cell culture, cell growth assays, western blotting, molecular cloning (e.g. creation of DNA constructs), RNA interference and qRT-PCR, and familiarity with automation methods for cell and molecular biology. Experience with bioinformatics is also highly desirable. It is critical that the candidate is an enthusiastic team player with effective communication skills. Pioneering spirit and innovative thinking are other essential qualities.

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 # BIO001745. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V - proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.



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