Senior Scientist, Molecular Interactions for Biologics

Merck & Co.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Biologics in Boston, MA is seeking a Senior Scientist to join the Molecular Interactions group and expand capabilities for engineering and characterizing novel biologics and cell therapies. The role involves developing binding assays and applying state-of-the-art technologies including SPR, BLI, KinExA, and high-throughput methods.

You will contribute to project teams, present data, help set group strategy, and help advance lead molecules through discovery and optimization in a

Qualifications

• PhD or MS with significant industry experience in molecular interactions and biophysical characterization.
• Experience with high-throughput methods and new technology adoption.
• Ability to present data, collaborate, and contribute to group strategy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed molecular interaction characterization data for therapeutic candidates using SPR, BLI, and KinExA.
• Present findings at group, project, and external meetings.
• Contribute to program strategy as a characterization representative on project teams.
• Collaborate to expand characterization workflows for lead biologics.
• Build teams with complementary skills and foster a high-performance culture.

Skills

Biochemical analysis

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Project leadership

Education

PhD in Biochemistry / Biomedical Sciences / Bioengineering / Molecular Biology

MS with >5 years of relevant industry experience

Tools

Carterra LSA

Biacore

Octet

KinExA

Job description

Discovery Biologics in Boston, MA is seeking a Senior Scientist to join the Molecular Interactions group and expand capabilities for engineering and characterizing novel biologics and cell therapies. The role involves developing binding assays and applying state-of-the-art technologies including SPR, BLI, KinExA, and high-throughput methods.

You will contribute to project teams, present data, help set group strategy, and help advance lead molecules through discovery and optimization in a