Senior Scientist, Vaccine Discovery

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

West Point, PA, USA
Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Virological and immunological expertise
Immunoassays (elisa, flow cytometry)
Bsl-2 environment experience
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist for its Infectious Disease and Vaccines team in West Point, PA. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in virology and immunology, particularly in immunoassays, and will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to advance vaccine candidates. **

Job Summary

  • The team's objective is to solve key challenges in developing and progressing vaccine candidates for viral targets.
  • Responsibilities include collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment, fostering open communication and collaboration.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits, retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Matching Summary

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist for its Infectious Disease and Vaccines team in West Point, PA. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in virology and immunology, particularly in immunoassays, and will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to advance vaccine candidates. **

Salary

Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Virological and immunological expertise
  • Immunoassays (ELISA, flow cytometry)
  • BSL-2 environment experience
  • Develop and optimize immunoassays
  • Evaluate samples via virological assays
  • Craft technical documents and presentations

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborate effectively in a dynamic team
  • Foster open communication and collaboration
  • Provide technical guidance to scientists
  • Adaptability to evolving research landscape

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. with 2 years experience
  • Master's with 5 years experience
  • Bachelor's with 8 years experience
  • Immunology, Microbiology, Virology or related discipline
  • Strong scientific and technical leadership skills
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

Sponsorship: available

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