2027 Future Talent Program - DNA Encoded Library - Co Op

MSD • Rahway, NJ

3d

About The Position

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months 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 Affinity Selections Team is seeking a co-op interested in using DNA-encoded library (DEL) technology to accelerate early drug discovery. The co-op will learn how to apply a suite of complementary, modern capabilities to problem solve in support of our small molecule pipeline.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. program in biochemistry, chemical biology, biophysics, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Foundation in standard biochemical techniques.
• Excellent academic performance.
• Communication skills.
• Teamwork.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional environment.

Nice To Haves

• Greater than 3 months of continuous, hands-on experience working in a scientific lab performing biochemical and molecular biology experiments (e.g., gel electrophoresis, PCR).
• High motivation to tackle affinity selection challenges and design new assays.

Responsibilities

• Use biochemical and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) techniques to develop new DEL selection methodologies.
• Screen proteins of interest for small molecule binders using DEL technology.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to gain insight into DEL technology and early drug discovery processes.
• Learn industry-standard laboratory practices, including rigorous experimental documentation.
• Develop strong communication skills by presenting findings in oral and written formats to the department.
• Potential pathway to co-authorship on scientific publications and presentations.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
• Prohibition of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
• Compliance with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern