Bioanalytical Scientist, Biologics & Cell-Based PK

Merck & Co.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays & vacation

Sick days

Job summary

Merck & Co. in South San Francisco seeks a scientist to join the DMPK group, supporting preclinical development across modalities. You will perform in vitro and ex vivo studies, interpreting data to guide discovery decisions and contributing to bioanalytical science initiatives.

The role requires hands-on biologics bioanalytical work, cell-based assays, and a collaborative, fast-paced research environment. Excellent communication and data presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience or a Master’s degree in analytical sciences, biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, pharmacology, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Experience in biologics bioanalytical experimentation, such as ligand binding assays and FACS.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct in vitro/ex vivo studies to characterize DMPK properties of biologics, conjugates, and other modalities.
• Interpret data, integrate findings, and clearly present results to inform pipeline decisions.
• Contribute to ADME and discovery bioanalytical science initiatives.

Skills

Bioanalysis

Bioanalytical Methods

Bioanalytical Techniques

Cell-Based Assays

Cell Cultures

Ligand Binding

Ligand Binding Assay

Mammalian Cell Culture

Pharmacokinetics

Education

Bachelor's with 3+ years or Master's in analytical sciences or related discipline

Tools

GraphPad

Excel

Job description

Merck & Co. in South San Francisco seeks a scientist to join the DMPK group, supporting preclinical development across modalities. You will perform in vitro and ex vivo studies, interpreting data to guide discovery decisions and contributing to bioanalytical science initiatives.

The role requires hands-on biologics bioanalytical work, cell-based assays, and a collaborative, fast-paced research environment. Excellent communication and data presentation skills are essential.