Scientist, Research Science

4 days ago

Singapore MSD Full time

JOB ADVERT
- The Scientist will work closely with an assigned scientific supervisor on a lab-based research project in the area of biomedical research.
- Top-ranked Biopharmaceutical Company on The Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).
- Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.

The position is in the Target and Pathway Biology group which is a part of Genetics and Pharmacogenomics. We are focused on identifying and validating new drug targets, exploring innovative therapeutic modalities and leveraging clinical studies and patient-derived material to understand biomarkers of disease or therapeutic response to increase our understanding of human biology and to drive a therapeutic pipeline to address unmet medical needs. Our state-of-the-art laboratory supports discovery biology and translational medicine and is an integral part of our Company's world-class network for drug and vaccine discovery.

**Qualification**:
Enrollment in an Undergraduate or Master’s program leading to a Diploma/Degree in a Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences or Life Sciences-related discipline.

**Experience and Skills**:

- Working knowledge of laboratory-based methodologies such as molecular biology, protein or nucleic acid isolation, cell culture, Western blot, immunocytochemistry, quantitative plate-based detection methodologies, imaging, microscopy, mass spectrometry, flow cytometry.
- Hands-on laboratory experience preferred.

**Other Personal Attributes**:

- Strong interest in working in a research-intensive environment
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Have a positive, proactive, can-do attitude
- Keen to learn and good team player
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Availability for 1year in a full-time capacity preferred

Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.

WHO WE ARE
We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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**Employee Status**:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

**Relocation**:
No relocation

**VISA Sponsorship**:
**Travel Requirements**:
**Flexible Work Arrangements**:
**Shift**:
**Valid Driving License**:
**Hazardous Material(s)**:
Handling Hazardous Chemicals

**Requisition ID**: R189157

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