2025 University Recruiting - Research Scientist Cell Pharmacology Co-op

Merck; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Boston, MA is seeking a Research Scientist Cell Pharmacology Co-op. In this role, you will conduct cell-based assays to support pharmacology efforts and collaborate with a team on innovative therapeutics. Candidates should be enrolled in biological sciences, with a GPA of 3.2 or above preferred. This co-op lasts 4-6 months and requires full-time availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct cell-based assays
• Basic knowledge of cell biology and biochemistry required
• GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct cell-based assays for pharmacology efforts
• Analyze and interpret data independently
• Collaborate with team members on pharmacology projects

Skills

Cell Biology

Biochemistry

Mammalian Cell Culture

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Education

Currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate student in biological sciences

Tools

Liquid Handling Stations

Plate Readers

Job description

2025 University Recruiting - Research Scientist Cell Pharmacology Co-op

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Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education opportunities that last up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education opportunities that last up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Research Scientist Cell Pharmacology Co-op

Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.

The Cellular Pharmacology group at the department of Quantitative Biosciences is seeking an innovative and experienced co-op student with a strong background in Cell Biology and Biochemistry to join our Quantitative Biosciences Department at our Research Laboratories in Boston, MA. The successful candidate will play an essential role in developing assays in cellular context for screening and translational relevance. The alignment of these screening and translational assays with biochemical, ex-vivo and in-vivo approaches will greatly enhance our capabilities in the discovery of innovative therapeutics.

Responsibilities

• Working collaboratively with members of department to investigate cellular aspects of in vitro pharmacology efforts against a variety of targets across diverse therapeutic areas.
• This individual will be expected to conduct cell-based assays to understand potency, characterize cellular signaling and mechanisms of action.
• Work with liquid handling stations and plate readers [ Echo, Bravo, Envision, Spectramax and Mesoscale]
• Independently analyze and interpret data, and trouble shoot experiments.
• Function and communicate effectively in a highly productive and multi-disciplinary environment.
  
  

Experience

• Candidates should have basic knowledge of cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology
• Candidates should have prior experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology
• Candidates should be highly motivated and driven and willing to take initiative to learn new science
• Candidates should be a strong team player
• Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Candidates should be comfortable using a PC computer and proficient in Windows-based operating systems and basic applications, such as spreadsheets and databases
  
  

Education Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, majoring in biological sciences or a related field
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Candidates should have a GPA of 3.2 or higher
  
  

Other Requirements

• Start Date: September or October 2025
• Co-op Commitment: Must be available full-time for 4- 6 months
• Work Authorization: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States
  
  

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Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

no

Required Skills

Clinical Research, Cloud Data Catalog, Data Analysis, Database Management, Data Science, Data Security, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Detail-Oriented, Event Planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Project Management, Project Reviews, Python (Programming Language), Social Collaboration, Software Proficiency, University Education, Vendor Relationship Management

Preferred Skills

Job Posting End Date:

08/15/2025

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Requisition ID:R357427

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business and Administrative

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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