Sr. Scientist, Chemistry

Merck & Co., Inc.

South San Francisco, CA, USA
Base: $131,400.00 - $206,800.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Synthetic organic chemistry expertise
Route optimization and design
Chromatography and spectroscopy skills
This role offers the opportunity to join a vibrant group of innovative laboratory scientists with broad impacts across late discovery and early development portfolios

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to join a vibrant group of innovative laboratory scientists with broad impacts across late discovery and early development portfolios.
  • The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.
  • Employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will work a Hybrid model consisting of three total days on-site per week with Friday designated as remote.

Matching Summary

This role offers the opportunity to join a vibrant group of innovative laboratory scientists with broad impacts across late discovery and early development portfolios.

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

  • Synthetic organic chemistry expertise
  • Route optimization and design
  • Chromatography and spectroscopy skills
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration abilities

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Active participation in external scientific community
  • Demonstrated creativity in problem solving

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Organic Chemistry by September 2026
  • At least 5 years of research experience in synthetic organic chemistry
  • Established scientific reputation supported by publications

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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