Senior Scientist, Research Science

Job Description

Position Description

Translational Molecular Biomarkers (TMB) is responsible for translating preclinical molecular biomarkers to clinical development programs across all therapeutic areas and all phases of clinical development at our Company's Research laboratories. TB laboratories leverage an array of technologies to develop biomarker assays to help confirm engagement of therapeutic targets and understand mechanisms of drug action and patient response.

The Operations & Logistics group within the TMB organization is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team. The individual will play a critical role in providing IT and operational support for processes and infrastructure supporting the clinical biomarker group and our cross-functional stakeholders involved in our Company's clinical studies.  This role will encompass all aspects of supporting an industry leading clinical laboratory, including activities such as overseeing internalization of whole slide histopathology images from vendors and using and adapting IT platforms for data processing, laboratory data management and analytics.  The successful candidate will provide the laboratory operations support needed to deliver on biomarkers and development strategies. 

The individual will have the following responsibilities:

• Manage technology workflows that support biomarker strategy in our Company's clinical trials.

• Understand and manage the use of external collaboration tools and cloud computing to support data and image internalization.

• Support teams through processing and reporting of information using various query and database integration tools.

• Understand and support the integration of disparate data sources.

• Manage quality control, processes, and the associated documentation required to support information management activities.

• Monitor processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain effective communications and relationships with project teams, vendors, and other cross-functional our Company teams.

Position Qualifications:

Education Minimum Requirement:  

• BA/BS or MS in a scientific, IT or related field of study

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Scientific, IT or related field of study with >3 years of pharmaceutical related experience, OR

• Master’s degree or higher in a Scientific, IT or related field of study with >2 years of pharmaceutical related experience.

• Understanding of the use of databases and collaboration tools to process and internalize data and images from vendors.

• Experience in utilizing technology and various artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) platforms.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Ability to execute within a matrixed organization and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS S3) and related basic programming including script writing (Python, Linux, and R).

• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and various tracking systems.

• Familiarity with data processing techniques and pipeline building.

• Familiarity with laboratory IT systems including different LIMS systems.

  ·         Experience using AI/ML tools and techniques.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automated Liquid Handling Systems, Bioanalytical Method Development, Bioanalytical Techniques, Biomarkers, Clinical Development, Clinical Judgment, Clinical Programs, Clinical Trials, Cloud Technology, Data Analysis, Database Integration, Experimentation, Hiring, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Laboratory Informatics, Medical Laboratories, Quality Management, Research Proposal Development, Scientific Research, Teamwork, Working Independently

Preferred Skills:

Cloud Platform, Linux, Python on Google App Engine, R Script

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Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The salary range for this role is

$106,200.00 - $167,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

03/25/2026

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