Onsite Associate Scientist - IHC & Pathology

Merck & Co.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. in South San Francisco, CA, seeks an Associate Scientist to develop tissue-based assays (including multiplex IHC) and image analysis to support preclinical questions on target expression and biomarker development.

The role emphasizes independent lab work, training readiness, and the ability to manage multiple projects while coordinating with pathologists and researchers. Shift aligns with standard lab hours, on-site in South San Francisco.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with 2 years scientific experience.
• Hands-on experience in pathology and immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Familiarity with imaging and histology workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support development of histopathology assays, including single and multiplex IHC, ISH, and both colorimetric and immunofluorescent methods.
• Perform image analysis and data extraction from experiments.
• Collaborate with Pathologists, Scientists, and Research Associates on multiple projects to evaluate data and assist mechanism of action studies.
• Work in a cross-functional team to support target qualification, pharmacodynamics, and biomarker development.
• Organize and present data with documentation in lab information systems and team communications.

Skills

IHC

Molecular pathology

Image analysis

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Independent learning

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Leica Bond

Ventana

Intellipath

Job description

Merck & Co. in South San Francisco, CA, seeks an Associate Scientist to develop tissue-based assays (including multiplex IHC) and image analysis to support preclinical questions on target expression and biomarker development.

The role emphasizes independent lab work, training readiness, and the ability to manage multiple projects while coordinating with pathologists and researchers. Shift aligns with standard lab hours, on-site in South San Francisco.