Biomarker Assay Scientist - Immunoassay & Data

Default (MSD); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Job summary

MSD is seeking a laboratory scientist in Gaithersburg, MD to design and execute experiments supporting biomarker measurements and assay development. The role focuses on leading-edge biology with minimal supervision and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities include data analysis, presentations, and maintaining lab inventory, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and timely deliverables in a demanding research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of related lab experience.
• Strong data analysis and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes experiments with minimal supervision.
• Analyzes data and prepares presentations with recommendations.
• Maintains lab supplies and inventory.
• Monitors lab infrastructure as needed.
• Performs other duties as required by department.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Immunoassay knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

GraphPad Prism

SharePoint

Job description

MSD is seeking a laboratory scientist in Gaithersburg, MD to design and execute experiments supporting biomarker measurements and assay development. The role focuses on leading-edge biology with minimal supervision and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities include data analysis, presentations, and maintaining lab inventory, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and timely deliverables in a demanding research environment.