Scientist

MSD Careers•Gaithersburg, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for developing, planning, and executing research and product development projects in coordination with team members and managers. The incumbent will be responsible for designing and executing experiments and analyzing data to further product development and research goals. This position may supervise the work of others directly and/or across interdisciplinary teams. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Independently develops, designs, and executes experiments to support research, feasibility, and product development and qualification efforts. Anticipates full scope of experimental goals and organizes steps to meet those goals. Leads experiments with input from manager. Prepares experimental procedures, maintains laboratory notebooks and prepares procedures, batch/test records to support product development and research efforts. Analyzes data using appropriate software, including statistical analyses, and prepares tables/graphs to highlight findings. Presents findings/analyses and any associated issues/solutions to peer groups and managers; makes recommendations for project advancement based on experimental data, analyses and research. Troubleshoots and optimizes experiments; communicates issues and solutions to managers. Performs literature and market research on new research or product areas. Procures reagents and equipment needed to perform experiments. Establishes and monitors direct report performance and development goals, assigns accountabilities, sets objectives, establishes priorities, and provides continuous feedback and recognition on performance. Prepares and/or supports preparation of invention disclosures, patent applications, grant proposals, posters and papers. Keeps up with current technological developments in area of expertise, expands knowledge through independent learning. Communicates experimental findings to peers, management and/or customers. Keeps organized, detailed and clear project records. Takes on extra roles as needed to support the R&D organization, such as training or lab management activities. Understands, follows and enforces laboratory safety precautions to ensure compliance with company safety policies. Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Engineering or related field preferred. o Additional postdoctoral or industrial experience preferred. o Master’s degree may be considered with at least 6 years of independent and productive research or development experience in relevant field. o Bachelor’s degree may be considered with at least 7 years of independent and productive research or development experience in relevant field. Supervisory/management experience desired. A strong publication record desired.

Requirements

Strong scientific fundamentals and analytical background.
Problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to organize and move project tasks forward in an orderly and structured fashion.
Leadership skills with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of staff management practices and processes. Ability to establish accountabilities and expectations and manage performance to achieve results.
Demonstrated propensity to be creative, collaborative, proactive, and self-motivated in the execution and completion of assigned tasks.
Strong analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to gather and evaluate complex data and information and develop a recommendation and plan of action.
Team player with solid communication (written and verbal) skills regardless of the format (e.g., documents, public speaking situations, presentations, etc.).
Attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) desired.
Strong knowledge in statistics required.
While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to sit and stand for long periods. The individual is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
Up to 70 % of the day may be spent at a laboratory bench.
There are aspects of the positions duties that require a person in this role to work at heights above four (4) feet on occasion and move/lift up to 25 pounds.
Laboratory environment working with chemical reagents and performing some Biosafety Level 2 work
May involve handling of BSL-2 materials and organisms including human blood and/or blood products.
Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Engineering or related field preferred.
Additional postdoctoral or industrial experience preferred.
Master’s degree may be considered with at least 6 years of independent and productive research or development experience in relevant field.
Bachelor’s degree may be considered with at least 7 years of independent and productive research or development experience in relevant field.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory/management experience desired.
A strong publication record desired.

Responsibilities

Independently develops, designs, and executes experiments to support research, feasibility, and product development and qualification efforts.
Anticipates full scope of experimental goals and organizes steps to meet those goals.
Leads experiments with input from manager.
Prepares experimental procedures, maintains laboratory notebooks and prepares procedures, batch/test records to support product development and research efforts.
Analyzes data using appropriate software, including statistical analyses, and prepares tables/graphs to highlight findings.
Presents findings/analyses and any associated issues/solutions to peer groups and managers; makes recommendations for project advancement based on experimental data, analyses and research.
Troubleshoots and optimizes experiments; communicates issues and solutions to managers.
Performs literature and market research on new research or product areas.
Procures reagents and equipment needed to perform experiments.
Establishes and monitors direct report performance and development goals, assigns accountabilities, sets objectives, establishes priorities, and provides continuous feedback and recognition on performance.
Prepares and/or supports preparation of invention disclosures, patent applications, grant proposals, posters and papers.
Keeps up with current technological developments in area of expertise, expands knowledge through independent learning.
Communicates experimental findings to peers, management and/or customers.
Keeps organized, detailed and clear project records.
Takes on extra roles as needed to support the R&D organization, such as training or lab management activities.
Understands, follows and enforces laboratory safety precautions to ensure compliance with company safety policies.
Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security
competitive salaries
medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits
401(k) plan with company matching
flexible spending accounts
company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
paid vacation
paid sick leave
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