Merck & Co, Inc

Scientist, Discovery Oncology

Merck & Co, Inc$98K — $154K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in cancer, immunology, or related STEM field
  • 3 years of experience with a BS or 0+ years with a MS
  • Experience in mammalian cell culture
  • Proficiency in CRISPR/Cas9 genetic perturbation
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration
  • Ability to independently design experiments and troubleshoot

Responsibilities

  • Support target validation and drug discovery efforts
  • Communicate data effectively to stakeholders
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Discovery Oncology
  • Execute experiments to validate novel targets
  • Contribute to multiple projects with excellent organization

Benefits

  • Team-oriented environment fostering collaboration
  • Opportunity to work on early-stage drug discovery
  • Cutting-edge research in oncology
  • Engagement with diverse scientific disciplines
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Scientist with a background in Oncology to join a cross-functional team within Discovery Oncology. Primary responsibilities will include designing and executing experiments in the laboratory to validate novel targets for our early discovery pipeline and to support drug discovery efforts. An ability to communicate clearly, collaborate effectively with colleagues in the discovery group as well as scientists from different disciplines and a sense of scientific rigor will be essential.

The specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Support target validation, mechanism of action and drug discovery efforts
  • Ensure data generated is communicated in a concise, easy to understand manner to the appropriate teams and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with colleagues from Discovery Oncology, in vivo pharmacology, Genome and Biomarker Sciences, Chemical Biology, and Quantitative Biosciences to support drug discovery efforts.


Required Education and Experience:
  • The candidate will have a BS in the area of cancer, immunology, biotechnology, biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, oncology, genetics/genomics, or related STEM field with 3 years' experience or a MS degree with 0+ years' experience in an academic or industry setting.


Required Skills:
  • Expertise in mammalian cell culture
  • Expertise in transfection and CRISPR/Cas9 genetic perturbation
  • Expertise in cell and molecular biology techniques including PCR, qRT-PCR, western blot, and proliferation/cytotoxicity/apoptosis assays
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently to design experiments, interpret data, troubleshoot, and suggest next steps
  • Candidate should be a strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills and with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and thrive in a team environment
  • Excellent organization and ability to contribute to multiple projects


Preferred Skills:
  • Previous experience working with protein-based therapeutics in an industry setting


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Required Skills:
Assay Development, Biology, Cell Biology, Cell Culture Techniques, CRISPR-Cas System, Data Analysis, Drug Discovery Research, In Vitro Assays, Mammalian Cell Culture, Mechanism of Action, Molecular Biology, Target Discovery, Target Validation

Preferred Skills:
Antibody Therapeutics, Biologics, Cancer Cell Biology, Oncology

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
OEB4, OEB5, standard lab reagents

Job Posting End Date:
09/5/2026
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About Merck & Co, Inc

Schering-Plough Corporation is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of pharmaceuticals. It operates in three segments: Prescription Pharmaceuticals, Animal Health, and Consumer Health Care. Schering-Plough develops products targeting on allergy, cancer, hepatitis, cardiovascular, central nervous system, respiratory system, and more.  It was founded in 1851 by Ernst Christian Friedrich Schering as Schering AG in Germany. Schering-Plough manufactured several pharmaceutical drugs, the most well-known of which were the allergy drugs Claritin and Clarinex, an anti-cholesterol drug Vytorin, and a brain tumor drug Temodar. It also developed drugs targeting on central nervous system and the respiratory system. Schering Plough also owned and operated the major foot care brand name Dr. Scholl's and the skin care line Coppertone. These also became a part of the new company. Schering-Plough was a full member of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), a membership which is also maintained by the new Merck.

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68,000 employees
Market Cap
$282.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7 billion
Founded
1668
5 Year Trend
+4.1%
Revenue
$47.9 billion
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