2027 Future Talent Program - Discovery Biologics - Co-op

Merck; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck's Future Talent Program offers a six-month cooperative education experience within our Research and Development Division, featuring hands-on projects to develop skills and assess fit with the company. We seek candidates passionate about scientific research, with strong academic records and excellent communication and teamwork abilities, capable of thriving in cross-functional settings.

A solid foundation in applied laboratory science or computer science is essential.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/BA, MS, or PhD in a relevant field with interest in drug discovery.
• Basic lab skills in molecular biology, cell culture, protein work.
• Safe lab practices training and completion of at least two years of undergrad or one year of grad by June 2027.
• Enrollment in an academic program and continuing education after co-op.
• Availability for full-time work for up to 6 months June–Nov 2027.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Protein biochemistry

Protein expression

Protein purification

Biophysical techniques

Computational protein modeling

Education

BS/BA, MS, or PhD in relevant field

Tools

Molecular biology lab equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development 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 that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. We are looking for candidates passionate about scientific research, with strong academic records, excellent communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to thrive in a cross-functional environment. A solid foundation in applied laboratory science or computer science is essential. Prior research experience in the areas highlighted below under Potential Co-op Areas would be preferred.

Locations:

• South San Francisco, CA


• Boston, MA


• Cambridge, MA

Application Requirements

Applicants selected for interviews must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement, and an academic transcript. Please specify your preferred location when applying.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS/BA, MS, or Ph.D. in a relevant field with demonstrated interest or experience in drug discovery research


• Basic laboratory skills in molecular biology, cell culture, protein biochemistry, protein expression and purification, or protein characterization (analytical, biophysical, and/or cellular techniques)


• Understanding and training in safe lab practices


• Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (BS/BA) or one year of graduate studies (MS/PhD) by June 2027


• Enrollment in an academic program at the time of application and continuing education for at least one semester/quarter after the co-op


• Availability for full-time work for up to 6 months during June–November 2027


• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Preferred Skills:

• Prior laboratory research experience in molecular biology, cell culture, protein biochemistry, protein expression and purification, or protein characterization (analytical, biophysical, and/or cellular techniques)


• Experience in protein engineering and/or computational protein engineering and machine learning, especially predictive modeling of protein and antibody structures


• GPA of 3.0 or higher

Potential Co-op Areas

Co-ops may be recruited to any of the following Discovery Biologics teams:

• Antibody Discovery (in vivo or in vitro)


• Protein Design/Engineering


• Protein Characterization and Developability


• Protein Expression and Purification


• Cell Engineering/Assay Development

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111