Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking candidates for a 6-month co-op position in their Future Talent Program focused on Genome Sciences and Computational Biology. The ideal candidate should possess strong computational skills and a background in biological sciences, with a keen interest in genomics and related technologies
Job Summary
This 6-month co-op opportunity within the Data, AI, and Genome Sciences department focuses on evaluating leading-edge cellular and genomics technologies.
Candidates will apply computational methods to analyze sequencing datasets like Spatial Transcriptomics to support target candidate evaluation and disease biology understanding.
The role is designed to help students develop skills while evaluating Merck as a potential long-term career home in a collaborative research environment.
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Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking candidates for a 6-month co-op position in their Future Talent Program focused on Genome Sciences and Computational Biology. The ideal candidate should possess strong computational skills and a background in biological sciences, with a keen interest in genomics and related technologies.
Salary
Base: $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Currently enrolled in Bachelor's or higher degree
Full-time availability for 6 months in 2026
Experience with R or Python programming languages
Analysis of bulk or single cell sequencing datasets
Nice-to-have
Interest in molecular biology, immunology, or oncology
Experience with spatial transcriptomics technologies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative team environment experience
Key Requirements
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field
Graduate program enrollment (MS or PhD) highly encouraged
Excellent academic achievement and analytical ability required