Senior Scientist, Genomic Biomarkers & Companion Diagnostics

Merck & Co., Inc.

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $131,400.00 - $206,800.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Statistical genetics expertise
Genome-wide association studies (gwas)
Polygenic risk score development
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist to join their Computational Precision Immunology team in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in statistical genetics and genomic biomarker development, particularly in immunology

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on identifying and validating predictive genetic variants and polygenic risk scores for companion diagnostics in immunological diseases.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in statistical methods including mixed models, fine-mapping, and rare variant association analyses.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $131,400 to $206,800 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist to join their Computational Precision Immunology team in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in statistical genetics and genomic biomarker development, particularly in immunology.

Salary

Base: $131,400.00 - $206,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statistical Genetics expertise
  • Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS)
  • Polygenic Risk Score development
  • Pharmacogenomics analysis
  • WGS, WES, SNP array processing
  • R, Python, and Bash proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Immunology and autoimmune disease knowledge
  • Multi-omics data integration experience
  • Real-world data familiarity
  • FDA CDx regulatory awareness
  • Ancestry-diverse cohort analysis

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Statistical Genetics or related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on statistical genetics experience
  • VISA Sponsorship available

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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