Drug Discovery: Modeling & Informatics Co-op

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is offering a Future Talent Program Co-op in its Research and Development division. The role involves molecular modeling and cheminformatics work, potentially on an independent project or within a drug discovery team.

Candidates will learn to use data and modeling to support hypothesis-driven drug discovery and gain exposure to multiple research areas in drug development. Applicants should be pursuing BS/BA or higher degrees with strong chemistry/biophysics/informatics backgrounds and be

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/BA or Master’s/Ph.D. in relevant field with interest in research areas related to drug discovery.
• Strong academic background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics.
• At least two years toward BS/BA or at least 1 year toward Master’s/PhD by start date.
• Currently enrolled in an academic program 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, independently or as part of a team.
• Learn to employ data, models, and methods to drive hypothesis-driven drug discovery.
• Exposure to various research areas relevant to drug discovery and development.

Skills

Programming skills

Modeling

Education

BS/BA or higher in related field

Job description

Merck is offering a Future Talent Program Co-op in its Research and Development division. The role involves molecular modeling and cheminformatics work, potentially on an independent project or within a drug discovery team.

Candidates will learn to use data and modeling to support hypothesis-driven drug discovery and gain exposure to multiple research areas in drug development. Applicants should be pursuing BS/BA or higher degrees with strong chemistry/biophysics/informatics backgrounds and be