Associate Scientist

MSD Careers • Rockville, MD

10h

About The Position

The Associate Scientist designs and executes experiments and analyzes resulting data in support of reagent and assay development projects, working with minimal supervision. This is a laboratory-based position advancing research and development objectives focused on leading-edge biomarker measurements and technology. The role also supports laboratory operations, including supplies, equipment, inventories, and materials. Specific duties may vary depending on departmental requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related area.
• At least four years of related work experience, including hands-on laboratory experience.
• Experience running antibody-based assays, developing reagents, and supporting product development.
• Strong knowledge of scientific fundamentals and an analytical background.
• Advanced knowledge of immunoassay technology.
• Ability to learn and adhere to standard laboratory techniques and safety precautions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing documents and giving presentations.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills, including managing changing priorities and meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance.
• Creative, collaborative, proactive, and self-motivated approach to assigned work.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
• Ability to execute complex experiments, identify issues, and propose and carry out troubleshooting.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency in MS Excel.
• Working knowledge of statistics.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques.
• Knowledge of GraphPad Prism and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments, implement plans, troubleshoot, and implement solutions to issues with minimal supervision.
• Analyze data using spreadsheets and graphing software.
• Prepare clear, concise presentations with summaries and recommendations for next steps, and present to peer and supervisor review groups.
• Lead and participate in laboratory maintenance, including maintaining supplies and equipment, electronic inventory records, physical inventory, and reagent inventories.
• Process, aliquot, vial, and label materials.
• May monitor and report on the infrastructure of a particular laboratory or functional area.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including prescription benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Fitness club membership contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Home and auto insurance discounts.
• Optional supplemental life insurance.
• May qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level