Scientist, Toxicology (On-site) Full-time NEW

Job Title

Our company is a leading global biopharmaceutical company with a 125-year history with an inspiring mission to make discoveries that positively impact global healthcare. Our success is driven by putting patients first, operating with the highest integrity, and committing fully to our vision to make a difference in the lives of people globally. With our different pipeline of vaccines, biologics, small molecules, and newer modalities, we are at the forefront of research to advance the prevention and treatment of diseases such as cancer, cardiometabolic diseases, Alzheimer's disease and infectious diseases including HIV, COVID-19, and Ebola.

Job Description

The Nonclinical Drug Safety group is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong technical skills and attention to detail to join the Toxicology Operations group. The Operations group performs in vivo nonclinical safety studies that range in duration from acute (single dose) to chronic (multiple dose up to 2 years) to support drug development. These studies are conducted in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) regulations.

This position is for a 5-day work week, Monday through Friday, and includes additional coverage of weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks that include dose administration via various routes to rodents and nonrodents; recording of body weights, food consumption, clinical observations; blood collection via various methods; obtaining electrocardiogram readings on non-rodents
• Follow well-established Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practices
• Apply sound basic laboratory skills that include observing, recording, and assessing data
• Maintain accurate and highly detailed laboratory records and documentation
• Contribute to well-defined, complex research projects

Other Responsibilities

• Train and work cross-functionally in other areas within Nonclinical Drug Safety and Preclinical Development

Educational Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA in Animal Sciences, Biology, or a related discipline OR
• MS degree with some relevant laboratory experience

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience (through academic coursework, internship, or Academic/Industry position)
• Act with impeccable integrity and adhere to the highest standards of trustworthy and ethical behavior in all interactions
• Demonstrate effective written/oral communication skills
• Must be willing to handle laboratory animals
• Familiarity with recording and assessing laboratory data
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently and in groups
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (predominately Word and Excel)

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Some experience in the pharmaceutical industry or biotech, or similar
• Regulatory awareness including Good Laboratory Practices, experience with electronic data capture for nonclinical studies and a basic knowledge of the drug development process

Required Skills

Animal Care, Animal Handling, Animal Studies, Drug Development, Environmental Toxicology, Experimentation, Laboratory Animal Sciences, Laboratory Techniques, Safety Protocols, Toxicology

Preferred Skills

Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), OECD Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Industry

Salary Range

$87,300.00 – $137,400.00

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.