Research Associate I: External Screening Data & Operations

Merck & Co.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

External Research Solutions (ERS) is seeking a contract-focused professional to support external screening data operations in Groton CT or La Jolla CA. You will manage data repositories, QC deliverables, and coordinate with CROs to ensure timely data delivery for scientific decision-making.

You will work closely with internal scientists and partners to organize screening workflows, maintain vendor records, and ensure documentation aligns with internal standards and audits.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology or related scientific discipline required.
• Experience with scientific data workflows, data management, and data QC in a research or screening environment.
• In vitro pharmacology experience preferred, including plate-based screening assay workflows, data analysis/QC, and upload.
• Experience working with external vendors, CROs, or outsourced research partners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update external screening data repositories and vendor-specific portals.
• Process screening requests, validate and QC data deliverables, and distribute accurate data to scientists.
• Coordinate with external vendors and CROs to track screening requests, clarify deliverables, and support timely resolution of data or workflow issues.
• Support plate-based screening assay transfer to external CRO partners by ensuring assay data, protocols, controls, and supporting documentation are organized, complete, and aligned with internal standards.
• Receive, format, and publish screening data using standardized data-loading tools and templates.
• Register and maintain vendor profiles and project records in designated systems.
• Maintain and update reference/control compound lists and screening protocols.
• Request registration of new control/reference compounds as needed.
• Adhere to established data handling standards and maintain clear documentation for audits and reporting.
• Support additional responsibilities as business needs, project priorities, or workflow requirements evolve.

Skills

Data management

Data QC

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Biology or related field

Tools

Data-loading tools

Vendor portals

Job description

External Research Solutions (ERS) is seeking a contract-focused professional to support external screening data operations in Groton CT or La Jolla CA. You will manage data repositories, QC deliverables, and coordinate with CROs to ensure timely data delivery for scientific decision-making.

You will work closely with internal scientists and partners to organize screening workflows, maintain vendor records, and ensure documentation aligns with internal standards and audits.