2026 Future Talent Program - Quantitative Biosciences High Content Imaging - Intern

MSD

113d • $39,600 - $105,500

About The Position

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. The Quantitative Biosciences High Content Imaging (HCI) team is looking for an exceptionally talented and motivated student. Working alongside experienced pharmaceutical industry scientists, the successful candidate will contribute to the discovery of novel ways to evaluate drug activity and mechanisms of action. The primary responsibility of the group is to apply high content imaging technologies to evaluate and characterize cellular models used and in pharmacological characterization of drug candidates from neuroscience, oncology and other drug discovery programs.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled full-time in a BS/BA degree program in biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics or a related scientific discipline.
• Candidates must have completed at least college-level courses in biology.
• Candidates must be available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks beginning with summer break (mid or end of May) of 2026.
• Candidates must possess superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of strong academic achievement.
• Candidates must be able to work independently in a multi-functional, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should have previous laboratory experience.
• Candidates should have prior experience with aseptic technique and good cell culture practice.
• Candidates should be self-motivated and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Perform research work to address questions on the topic 'Profiling of the Cell health phenotypes using morphology assessment with Cell painting and Cell Health assays'.
• Learn and use cell culture technique to culture and plate selected cell lines.
• Use liquid handling techniques for compound dispensing on the plated cells.
• Perform immuno-staining techniques to conduct Cell Painting and other antibody-based Imaging assays.
• Conduct other types of assays to assess cellular toxicity.
• Learn to do plate imaging using PE Opera Phenix.
• Perform image and data analysis using Columbus and Spotfire for the tests in plans.
• Present results of tests to the HCI group and larger department meetings.

Benefits

• Salary range: $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD
• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees