2027 Future Talent Program – Discovery Immunology – Co-op (Cambridge, MA)

MSD Malaysia; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is offering a 4-6 month co-op in Cambridge, MA, starting January 2027. You will join our Research and Development division to study novel targets in inflammatory indications and work on wet-lab techniques including cell culture, CRISPR, ELISA, RNA isolation, qPCR and flow cytometry.

Ideal candidates are BS/ MS or PhD students with immunology, cell biology, or molecular biology training, strong academics, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in school as an undergraduate or graduate student in biological sciences or a related field.
• Availability for a 6 month period starting at the beginning of 2027.
• Availability to work full-time on site in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities

• Learn and execute key techniques including culturing primary human cells and cell lines.
• Perform CRISPR editing, biochemical assays, ELISA and cytokine-based assays.
• Conduct RNA isolation, qPCR, and flow cytometry/microscopy analyses.

Skills

Immunology

Cell biology

Molecular biology

Communication skills

Teamwork

Strong academic performance

Education

BS degree

MS degree

PhD

Tools

CRISPR editing

ELISA

RNA isolation

qPCR

Flow cytometry

Microscopy

Cell culture

Job description

Job Description The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts 4-6 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. Co-op students will work within a diverse group studying the role of novel targets in the context of inflammatory and autoimmune indications. This is an exciting opportunity for BS, MS, and PhD level individuals with immunology, cell biology, and/or molecular biology experience to learn and execute key techniques including culturing primary human cells and cell lines, CRISPR editing, biochemical assay development, ELISA and other cytokine-based assays, RNA isolation and quantitative PCR, and flow cytometry/FACS and microscopy. Additionally, successful candidates will have invaluable opportunities to develop and expand their professional networks. We are seeking co-op candidates with strong academic performance, communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to work in a multi-functional environment.

Location: Cambridge, MA Co-op position commitment: 4-6 months full-time - January through June, 2027

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in school (through the co-op term) as an undergraduate or graduate student majoring in biological sciences or a related field.
• Candidates must be available for a 6 month period starting at the beginning of 2027.
• Availability to work full-time on site in Cambridge, MA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, and/or related wet lab techniques.
• Prior experience with mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry and/or immunoassays.
• Highly motivated and driven and willing to take initiative to learn new science.
• Strong team player.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable using a PC computer and proficient in Windows-based operating systems and basic applications, such as spreadsheets and databases.
• 3.2 GPA or higher.

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

FTP2027 RL2027

• 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): Yes

Job Posting End Date: 10/16/2026

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

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