2027 Future Talent Program – Modeling & Informatics - Co-op

MSD Malaysia; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. offers a 4- to 6-month internship in its Research and Development division, focusing on molecular modeling or cheminformatics. You will work on projects within a drug discovery team or independently, and gain exposure to data, models, and methods used to drive discovery.

Applicants should be enrolled in BS/BA, MS, or PhD programs with strong chemistry/biochemistry/biophysics backgrounds, and be prepared to provide transcripts and letters of recommendation upon interview.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/BA or MS/PhD in related field.
• Strong background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics.
• Currently enrolled and continuing education for at least 1 semester after position ends.
• Available for full-time employment for 4 to 6 months during 2027.

Responsibilities

• Participate in molecular modeling and/or cheminformatics research, either independently or as part of a drug discovery team.
• Learn how to employ data, models, and methods to drive hypothesis-driven drug discovery.
• Be exposed to various research areas relevant to drug discovery and development.

Skills

Programming skills

Modeling/informatics interest

GPA 3.0+

Education

BS/BA or MS/PhD in related field

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. The candidate will participate in molecular modeling and/or cheminformatics research, either in an independent project or as part of a drug discovery team. Prior experience with cheminformatics approaches, such as chemigenomic data analysis, chemical reaction modeling, or chemical databases or data management, or molecular modeling approaches such as docking, molecular dynamics, protein design, small molecule design, peptide design, quantum chemical calculations, and machine learning will be beneficial. The candidate will learn how to employ data, models, and methods to drive hypothesis-driven drug discovery and will be exposed to many areas of research relevant to the drug discovery and development process.

Locations: Rahway, NJ; Boston, MA; West Point, PA; South San Francisco, CA

Please note when applying for this position, if the applicant is selected for an interview, they must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement, and a copy of their transcript. Applicant must select location when applying for this position in those cases where multiple locations are listed.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• Candidates must be pursuing BS/BA or Master's/Ph.D. degree in related field with demonstrated interest/experience in research areas relevant to the drug discovery process.
• Candidates must have strong academic background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics.
• Candidates must have completed at least two years of studies toward BS/BA degree or at least 1 year towards Master's/Ph.D. at the time of the position start date.
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an academic program at the time of the application and be continuing education for at least 1 semester once the position ends.
• Candidates must be available for full-time employment for 4 to 6 months during 2027.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Candidates should have significant interest in applying modeling and/or informatics methods towards drug discovery research.
• Candidates should have Programming skills.
• Candidates should have GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111.

Contract and Working Conditions

• 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): N/A
• Job Posting End Date: 10/9/2026

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.