Research Associate I

Merck & Co.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., based in Waltham, MA, is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to support high-throughput workflows in PCR, cloning, and analytics. The role requires strict SOP adherence, good lab practices, and strong data interpretation skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience, or a Master's with 2+ years, and possess excellent communication and presentation abilities to share results in group meetings.

Qualifications

• Must follow SOPs daily and comply with HSE rules.
• Carry out high-throughput PCR, cloning, and analytics.
• Apply Good Laboratory Practices in all work.
• Help interpret experimental data and draw conclusions.
• Proactively communicate results in team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-throughput PCR and cloning workflows.
• Conduct high-throughput analytics with careful data recording.
• Present results in group meetings and collaborate with teammates.

Skills

PCR

Molecular biology

Microbiology techniques

Benchling

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Fast learner

Oral presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree

Tools

Benchling

Job description

Must be able to clearly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) on a daily basis to carry out the work that is listed below.

• High-throughput PCR


• High-throughput cloning


• High-throughput analytics

The ideal candidate must showcase Good Lab Practices and follow HSE rules on a daily basis

• Preferred, fluent with molecular biology and microbiology techniques such as PCR, restriction digestion, cloning, Gibson Assembly, agarose gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation


• Familiar with Benchling electronic notebook is preferred


• Provide oral presentation in group meetings as needed


• Must be able to carry out experiments and interpret data independently


• Strong communication skills


• Must be a fast learner


• Years of Experience: Minimum 2-3 Years of experience depending on level of education


• Bachelor's degree 3+ years of experience


• Master's degree 2 + years of experience