Lead Scientist Antiinfectives

Merck & Co., Inc.

Schwabenheim, Germany
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Ph.d. in life sciences or related discipline
Postdoctoral industry experience in pharmaceuticals
Expertise in microbiology and in vitro characterization
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Lead Scientist Antiinfectives to lead a team in Schwabenheim, Germany, focusing on innovative antimicrobial research. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in life sciences, experience in pharmaceutical research or veterinary medicine, and strong leadership skills. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a team of experienced scientists to conduct cutting-edge antimicrobial research in a collaborative environment.
  • Candidates are expected to enhance existing in vitro assays and drive the development of new test methods for drug discovery cycles.
  • The company values diversity and encourages colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking to achieve breakthrough innovation.

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Lead Scientist Antiinfectives to lead a team in Schwabenheim, Germany, focusing on innovative antimicrobial research. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in life sciences, experience in pharmaceutical research or veterinary medicine, and strong leadership skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in life sciences or related discipline
  • Postdoctoral industry experience in pharmaceuticals
  • Expertise in microbiology and in vitro characterization
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English

Nice-to-have

  • Background in veterinary microbiology
  • Experience with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
  • Track record of publication-quality data generation
  • Ability to foster inclusive and diverse culture
  • Good command of German language

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in life sciences required
  • Several years of postdoctoral industry experience
  • FELASA B certification for in vivo studies (asset)
  • English proficiency required; German preferred

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