Scientist Radioligand Binding Assays Position Available In Union, New Jersey

Job Description:

Position:

Scientist –

Radioligand Binding Assays Location:

Rahway, NJ 07065

Type:

Onsite | Laboratory-Based |

ContractPosition Overview:

We are hiring a Scientist to support Merck’sEarly Drug Discovery Team within the Mass Spectrometry & Biophysicsgroup in Rahway, NJ. This is a hands-on, lab-based role involvingradioligand binding assays, tissue culture, and data analysis aspart of a high-impact discovery environment.

Qualifications:

B.Sc.with 6 years, M.Sc. with 4 years, or Ph.D. with 3 years of relevantlab experience

Must-Have Skills:

Prior experience or willingness toperform radioligand binding assays (125I, 3H, 35S) Tissue culture(cell plating, stimulation, harvesting) Experience working with 96-and 384-well plates Membrane preparation and data analysis usingdose-response fitting

Preferred Skills:

Liquid handling automation(Echo, Bravo) Plate readers (SpectraMax, EnVision) ActivityBase orsimilar assay/data systems Traditional or automated Westernblotting techniques

Software Requirements:

Proficient in MS Officeand Adobe PDF GraphPad Prism, ActivityBase, ELNs (preferred but notrequired)

Key Responsibilities:

Execute radioligand binding assaysand tissue culture-based binding protocols Analyze and export data,generate reports, and document all work in ELN Collaboratecross-functionally and contribute to assay development andoptimization This is a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment,and a great opportunity to work on cutting-edge drug discoveryprojects.