Merck
Scientist, Pharmacokinetics
USA - Pennsylvania - West Point · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$87k-$137kDetected 1 day ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationHRISRoboticsResearchMass SpectrometryAnimal StudiesCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- This position will be based at our research labs in West Point, PA.
- The Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) group within the PDMB function of our company's Research Laboratories is seeking a self-motivated, result-driven, collaborative scientist to contribute to our company's drug discovery efforts.
- The candidate will have the opportunity to present their work at departmental meetings as well as promote our company's science through publications and external presentations.
Nice to have
- Qualitative bioanalysis using LC-HRMS (Liquid chromatography high resolution mass spectrometry), including assay development.
- Conduct of in vitro assays using enzymes, cell suspensions, tissue preparations, and subcellular fractions to characterize the stability of small molecule and cyclic peptides.
- Strong experience with traditional bioanalytical instrumentation and techniques (primarily LC/MS and/or HRMS platforms), including method development and optimization.
- Experience maintaining & troubleshooting HRMS systems.Strong background in biochemistry and/or analytical chemistry.
- Working knowledge of ADME-related assays, such as plasma protein binding, metabolic stability, and in vivo excretion.
- Experience with robotics and automation systems.
- Experience working within a research-driven pharmaceutical company.
- Experience using HRMS for peptide or large molecule characterization.
Skills
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- The salary range for this role is
- $87,300.00 - $137,400.00
- More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
- The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.
Compensation
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Company info
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- This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
- The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
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