2027 Future Talent Program – Large Molecule Analytical Sciences Co-op

Merck • Upper Gwynedd Township, PA

3d • $39,908 - $111,111 • Hybrid

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 Manufacturing Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
The Global Quality Large Molecule Analytical Sciences (GQLMAS) team is responsible for the establishment and performance of commercial large molecule analytical techniques, including method development, validation, troubleshooting, transfers as well as stocking and supplying critical reagents to global laboratories. We collaborate with both internal teams and outsourced partners. Our team is fast paced, highly motivated, and focused on advancing our Company's large molecule pipeline as well as supporting growth and performance of existing licensed products.

Requirements

• Experience with pipettes, balances, pH meters, biosafety cabinets, and/or fume hoods
• Experience with documenting experimentations including objectives, reagents, procedure, results, and conclusions
• Experience in one or more of the following analytical laboratory techniques: Cell culture techniques: mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, virus plaque, virus TCID50; Attribute testing: ELISA, qPCR, protein concentration assays (e.g. UV280, SoloVPE, BCA), Bradford, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), capillary electrophoresis (CE), mass spectrometry (LC-MS, ICP-MS), light scattering detection, container closure integrity testing, compendial testing; Microbial techniques: kinetic turbidimetric/chromogenic, sterility, environmental monitoring, microbial limits testing; Analytical instrument qualifications
• Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional teams
• Ability to learn new techniques
• Good technical, communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Currently working toward B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years in a BS -OR- in a MS program in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Virology
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Analytical method development
• Troubleshooting
• Validation
• Sample testing supporting process development/changes
• Analytical software qualifications
• Laboratory start-up activities such as instrument qualifications and inventory management
• Providing hands-on experience in a GMP environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern