Future Talent Program: Cellular Pharmacology Internship

MSD; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 201,000; Part time

Job summary

MSD in San Francisco area is offering a Future Talent Program internship up to 12 weeks to work with the Quantitative Biosciences Cellular Pharmacology & Lead Discovery team. The role involves executing cellular assays, data analysis, and presenting findings to Company scientists.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in biology/biochemistry programs, with lab experience, strong communication, and a passion for drug discovery.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program in biology, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline and have completed at least 2 years of studies toward BS/BA or at least 1 year towards master's/PhD by June of 2024

Responsibilities

• Learn about different cellular assays used in drug development and discovery
• Learn about laboratory automation and how they can improve robustness and increase throughput
• Execute cellular assays to support compound screening and mechanism of action studies
• Engage with industry-standard data analysis tools and record keeping, including electronic lab notebooks and analysis software
• Communicate data progress during internal meetings; deliver a verbal presentation at the completion of training; participate in scientific exchange with our Company scientists

Skills

Cell biology

Lab techniques

Data analysis

Communication

Education

BS/BA in biology

Pursuing MS/PhD

Tools

ELN software

Automation tools

Excel

Job description

MSD in San Francisco area is offering a Future Talent Program internship up to 12 weeks to work with the Quantitative Biosciences Cellular Pharmacology & Lead Discovery team. The role involves executing cellular assays, data analysis, and presenting findings to Company scientists.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in biology/biochemistry programs, with lab experience, strong communication, and a passion for drug discovery.