Senior Scientist

MSD Careers•Rockville, MD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for developing, planning, and executing research and product development projects for various disciplines within the clinical and life sciences fields. The incumbent will be responsible for designing and executing experiments and analyzing data to further product development and research goals. This position will supervise the work of others directly and/or across interdisciplinary teams. Please note: Candidates must have experimental experience in protein engineering, directed evolution of enzymes, protein expression, protein biochemistry, and molecular cloning to be considered for this role. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops, designs, and executes experiments, sometimes complex, to support research, feasibility, and product development and qualification efforts. Works within and/or leads technical teams to accomplish project goals and manages/coordinates work of other team members. 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, managers and/or clients; makes recommendations for project advancement. 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. Works cross functionally with other business units on projects/products or associated deliverables. Understands, follows and enforces laboratory safety precautions to ensure compliance with company safety policies. Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Engineering or related field preferred.
Additional postdoctoral or industrial experience preferred.
Master’s degree may be considered with additional years of independent and productive research or development experience.
Bachelor’s degree may be considered with additional years of experience including a minimum of 6 years hands-on experience with the MSD platform.
Minimum of 6 years laboratory experience. Two years of immunoassay development experience in an industrial environment desired. Supervisory/management experience required.
A strong publication record is desired.
Experience in analyzing complex scientific data required.
Strong scientific fundamentals and analytical background.
Training and experience with BSL-2 techniques is required.
Problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to organize and move project tasks forward in an orderly and structured fashion.
Strong analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to gather and evaluate complex data and information and develop a recommendation and plan of action.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time-sensitive deadlines and deliverables.
Solid 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.
Excellent 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.
Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Expertise in GraphPad Prism, MS Excel and SharePoint required.
Advanced knowledge in Statistics required.
Candidates must have experimental experience in protein engineering, directed evolution of enzymes, protein expression, protein biochemistry, and molecular cloning to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

Develops, designs, and executes experiments, sometimes complex, to support research, feasibility, and product development and qualification efforts.
Works within and/or leads technical teams to accomplish project goals and manages/coordinates work of other team members.
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, managers and/or clients; makes recommendations for project advancement.
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.
Works cross functionally with other business units on projects/products or associated deliverables.
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
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, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program
fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance

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