Senior Scientist, Chemistry

Merck & Co., Inc.

Base: $131,400.00 - $206,800.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Extensive organic synthesis experience
Methodology or catalysis expertise
Total synthesis or physical organic chemistry
The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary teams to invent novel medicines by applying innovative synthetic chemistry and data analysis

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary teams to invent novel medicines by applying innovative synthetic chemistry and data analysis.
  • Responsibilities include designing, synthesizing, purifying, and characterizing drug candidates across hit-to-lead and lead optimization programs.
  • The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and eligibility for annual bonuses and long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary teams to invent novel medicines by applying innovative synthetic chemistry and data analysis.

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

  • Extensive organic synthesis experience
  • Methodology or catalysis expertise
  • Total synthesis or physical organic chemistry
  • Complex problem solving skills
  • Data analysis for structure-activity relationships

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and innovative scientist mindset
  • Strong interpersonal collaboration skills
  • Establishing external scientific presence
  • Authoring significant scientific publications
  • Technical training of team members

Key Requirements

  • B.S. with 7 years experience
  • M.S. with 4 years experience
  • Ph.D. received by Summer 2026 with 0-2 years experience
  • US work authorization required
  • VISA sponsorship available

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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