About the role#
MSD is seeking a student for a co-op position within the Discovery Oncology team. This program provides an opportunity to work on research projects for up to 6 months. You will work alongside a scientific mentor to characterize new therapeutic targets and molecules. The role focuses on gaining hands-on experience in oncology drug discovery.
What you'll do#
- Design, execute, interpret, and report on in vitro experiments.
- Assist in developing, executing, and troubleshooting new cell-based assays.
- Communicate data clearly to team members and stakeholders.
- Monitor and interpret published research to guide your own work.
- Collaborate with colleagues across functional areas such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and genetics.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a BS or BA degree program in biological or pharmaceutical sciences.
- Enrolled in a co-op program through your college or university.
- Available to work full-time for up to 6 consecutive months starting in early to mid-2027.
- Experience with basic lab procedures including pipetting, solution preparation, and plate assays.
- Experience with basic mammalian cell culture.
- Demonstrated ability to perform accurate data analysis and experience with bioinformatics data extraction and interpretation.
- A strong interest in oncology drug discovery.
- Preferred: Enrollment in a Ph.D. program in Biomedical Sciences, experience combining wet-lab and computational approaches, prior research experience, and strong attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: South San Francisco, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 or Fall 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- This position is paid.
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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