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Associate Principal Scientist, Biology-Discovery

Employer
Merck
Location
Kenilworth, New Jersey, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Sep 9, 2021

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Sector
Academic / Research
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Biology
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Job Description
The Screening & Compound Profiling Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Principal Scientist with a strong background in the development of physiological relevant cellular assays to join our Quantitative Biosciences Department at our Research Laboratories in Kenilworth, NJ.
The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to develop novel in vitro translational pharmacology assays to support screening small molecules and peptides for oncology, neuroscience and cardiovascular disease areas. The ideal candidate will have experience with a variety of cell-based assays with an emphasis on complex cellular models such as iPSC, 3D, co-culture and primary cells. Knowledge and understanding of miniaturized assays (384w/ 1536w) and downstream detectors ranging from standard luminescence-/fluorescence-based readouts to imaging and cell-microarray based platforms is desired. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities, and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.
Responsibilities:
- Champion new capabilities within the Cell Sciences group by demonstrating a willingness to think "outside the box" to develop and adopt emerging cellular technologies to support drug discovery (i.e. microfluidics, cell microarray platforms)
- Collaborate with Project teams to develop innovative approaches to target-based and phenotypic screening for small molecule discovery efforts
- Ability to oversee and manage the design, planning and execution of scientific research activities
- Focus on high throughput -complex cell models (3D, iPSC, co-culture systems) to enable the development of 'assays at scale'
- The successful candidate must be able to collaborate in an integrated, multidisciplinary team environment
Education Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Biology or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years' experience in cellular pharmacology, HTS and/or cell-based assay development
We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we "follow the science" that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.
Who we are ...
We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.
What we look for ...
In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization. Together we will continue Inventing For Life, Impacting Lives while Inspiring Your Career Growth .
Invent. Impact. Inspire.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
Domestic/International
VISA Sponsorship:
Yes
Travel Requirements:
10%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Specified
Shift:
1st - Day
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
Number of Openings:
1
Requisition ID: R120358

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