Digital Lab Transformation Intern — Bioinformatics & Automation

msd; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD is offering an internship in the Future Talent Program within the Research and Development division. The role supports digital transformation of assay documentation by converting Test Method content into standardized Benchling templates and guidance for investigators.

The intern will work with scientists to map data fields, validate template usability, and produce documentation. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with Benchling or LIMS are desirable.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in one of the listed STEM fields.
• Strong analytical and documentation interpretation skills.
• Ability to translate complex information into structured templates.

Responsibilities

• Review Test Method documents to understand workflows and data needs.
• Translate content into standardized Benchling templates.
• Map data fields and support template design for consistency.
• Collaborate with scientists to ensure templates meet requirements.
• Develop user guidance and supporting documentation.
• Summarize project progress and present outcomes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent & team work

Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Verbal and written communication

Benchling familiarity

LIMS familiarity

Python/R/SQL basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Data Science

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Related scientific/technical discipline

Tools

Benchling

LIMS

Python

R

SQL

Job description

MSD is offering an internship in the Future Talent Program within the Research and Development division. The role supports digital transformation of assay documentation by converting Test Method content into standardized Benchling templates and guidance for investigators.

The intern will work with scientists to map data fields, validate template usability, and produce documentation. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with Benchling or LIMS are desirable.