Intern, Multiplex Immunoassay Development

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

Job summary

The Future Talent Program at Merck & Co., Inc. offers a 12‑week internship in the Exploratory Vaccines‑Regulated Bioanalytics group within the Research and Development Division.

You will work on immunology assay development and data analysis while collaborating with scientists supporting vaccine programs. The intern will design and test a multiplex ADCP platform, gain hands‑on experience with flow cytometry, THP‑1 cells, and vaccine study samples, and present findings at an end‑of‑summer

Qualifications

• Basic laboratory experience in immunology, molecular biology, cell biology, or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with aseptic laboratory practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data using Microsoft Excel or equivalent software.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific rigor.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments supporting development of a multiplex ADCP assay.
• Prepare and characterize antigen‑coated fluorescent bead reagents.
• Conduct cell‑based functional assays using THP‑1 cells and vaccine study samples.
• Support flow cytometry sample acquisition and data analysis.
• Evaluate assay performance, reproducibility, and multiplex feasibility.
• Analyze experimental data using Excel and other analytical software tools.
• Collaborate with scientists to troubleshoot and optimize assay conditions.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and experimental records.
• Prepare technical summaries and presentations of project findings.
• Present project outcomes at the end‑of‑summer intern symposium

Job description

The Future Talent Program at Merck & Co., Inc. offers a 12‑week internship in the Exploratory Vaccines‑Regulated Bioanalytics group within the Research and Development Division.

You will work on immunology assay development and data analysis while collaborating with scientists supporting vaccine programs. The intern will design and test a multiplex ADCP platform, gain hands‑on experience with flow cytometry, THP‑1 cells, and vaccine study samples, and present findings at an end‑of‑summer