Merck & Co., Inc. is a leading research-driven pharmaceutical products company. Recently ranked in Fortune 100's "100 Best Companies to Work for in America", Merck & Co., Inc. discovers, develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of innovative products. This position is based at our North Wales Automated Biotechnology Facility.The successful candidate will be an essential team member in high throughput screening (HTS) activities of the department. Responsibilities include: robotic screening as it applies to intact cell assays using siRNA, robotics programming, and troubleshooting of automated liquid handling /detection instrumentation. In addition, the candidate will participate in the evaluation, development and implementation of novel microfluidic and assay technologies.
Educational qualifications: B.S. or M.S. degree in chemical / bioengineering, biochemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, or a related biomedical science. A minimum of 1 year applicable laboratory experience required. Experience with automation and fluidics (liquid handling) strongly preferred. Tissue culture experience is a plus. Experience with Windows/NT applications programming (e.g. Excel, Visual Basic, Access), are highly desired. As a team member of a small, close-knit group, excellent communication skills and strong self-motivation are required.
In return for your considerable skills, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits program, including tuition reimbursement and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation, as well as opportunities for personal growth. Please forward resumes to [email protected] opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
Todd Smith
MERCK
Automated Biotechnology
[email protected]
HTS Scientist - North Wales, PA
Posted - 09/24/2004 : 11:45:03 AM
