Associate Principal Scientist, Antibody Discovery Innovation

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA

South San Francisco, California, USA
Base: $159,600.00 - $251,200.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Hybrid
Adaptive immunity and b-cell biology
Immunogen design
High throughput microfluidics & ngs
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced scientist in the role of Associate Principal Scientist in the South San Francisco Discovery Biologics group

Job Summary

  • We are seeking an exceptional and experienced scientist in the role of Associate Principal Scientist in the South San Francisco Discovery Biologics group.
  • The qualified candidate will be a scientist with a breadth and depth of expertise in immunization-based antibody discovery, including but not limited to expertise in adaptive immunity and B-cell biology, immunogen design, and experience with multiple hit finding platforms.
  • The salary range for this role is $159,600.00 - $251,200.00.

Matching Summary

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced scientist in the role of Associate Principal Scientist in the South San Francisco Discovery Biologics group.

Salary

Base: $159,600.00 - $251,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Adaptive immunity and B-cell biology
  • Immunogen design
  • High throughput microfluidics & NGS
  • Antibody discovery campaigns
  • Hands-on laboratory skills

Nice-to-have

  • Inclusive behaviors in working with a group
  • External reputation through publications
  • Protein therapeutics beyond traditional mAbs
  • Alternative non-Ig scaffolds

Key Requirements

  • Master's (with 8+ years) or Ph.D. (with 4+ years)
  • Relevant industry experience
  • Experience supporting therapeutic programs
  • Track record of driving scientific and platform innovations
  • Experience leading therapeutic antibody discovery campaigns

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