About the role#
The Discovery Oncology team is looking for a student to join our research efforts in Boston. This co-op position offers the chance to work on projects that characterize new therapeutic targets and molecules. You will work alongside a scientific mentor to gain experience in drug discovery within a research and development environment.
What you'll do#
- Design, execute, interpret, and report on in vitro experiments.
- Assist in the development, execution, and troubleshooting of cell-based assays.
- Use techniques including cancer cell line culture, proliferation assays, genomic perturbation, western blotting, RT-qPCR, and flow cytometry.
- Collaborate with functional areas such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and genetics.
- Review and interpret published research to guide your own work.
- Communicate data clearly to team members and stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS or BA degree program in biological or pharmaceutical sciences.
- Enrollment in a university co-op program.
- Availability to work full-time for up to 6 consecutive months starting in early to mid-2027.
- Prior research experience and a strong interest in oncology drug discovery.
- Experience with basic laboratory procedures like pipetting, solution preparation, and plate-based assays.
- Experience with basic mammalian cell culture.
- Ability to perform accurate data analysis with strong attention to detail.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 start, lasting up to 6 months.
- Employment: Paid, full-time co-op.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About MSD
MSD is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1891. It develops medicines and vaccines for both humans and animals. The organization operates globally and maintains its headquarters in Rahway, New Jersey. It employs over 39,000 people.
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