Discovery Neuroscience Co-op: Proteomics & Data Analysis

MSD Malaysia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a motivated co-op student for its Future Talent Program in Discovery Neuroscience.

You will support mass spectrometry-based proteomics studies, assist with DIA data analysis, and help optimize sample prep workflows in a fast-paced CNS research environment. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, data interpretation, and communication of results to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a BS/BA or graduate degree program in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, analytical chemistry, bioengineering, neuroscience, pharmacology, computational biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Candidates must have completed at least 2 years toward their degree program by the co-op start date.
• Hands-on experience with basic biology or chemistry laboratory procedures, including accurate pipetting, solution preparation, sample tracking, and documentation.
• Foundational knowledge of proteins, peptides, enzymatic digestion, chromatography, mass spectrometry, or quantitative bioanalysis.
• Basic familiarity with DIA proteomics and experience analyzing data in at least one relevant software environment, such as Skyline, EncyclopeDIA, Spectronaut, or an equivalent platform.

Responsibilities

• Support sample preparation for discovery and targeted proteomics studies using biological samples relevant to neuroscience research.
• Assist with the execution, analysis, and troubleshooting of LC-MS-based proteomics workflows, with emphasis on DIA experiments.
• Analyze and quality-check proteomics data using Skyline, EncyclopeDIA, Spectronaut, and/or comparable software.
• Contribute to optimization and automation of proteomics sample-preparation workflows, including AssayMAP and/or KingFisher platforms when applicable.
• Organize, interpret, graph, and communicate data clearly and concisely to teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor and critically interpret published work to guide research and collaborate with members of other functional areas.

Skills

Biology lab skills

Proteomics

Mass spectrometry

Data analysis

DIA proteomics

Python/R

Education

BS/BA or graduate degree in biosciences

Tools

Skyline

EncyclopeDIA

Spectronaut

AssayMAP

KingFisher

R

Python

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a motivated co-op student for its Future Talent Program in Discovery Neuroscience.

You will support mass spectrometry-based proteomics studies, assist with DIA data analysis, and help optimize sample prep workflows in a fast-paced CNS research environment. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, data interpretation, and communication of results to cross-functional teams.