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Merck

Scientist, Clinical Pathology (On-site)

Location
West Point, PA (PA)
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Category
R&D/Science
Industry
Pharma/Biotech
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Job Description

Job Description:

Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and robust scientific methodology we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough.

The Clinical Pathology group within Nonclinical Drug Safety our Company Research Laboratories works with multiple departments to determine the toxicity profile for test compounds intended for human or animal health applications. Our group is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong technical skills and attention to detail to contribute to well-defined studies and complex research projects.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Perform biochemistry, hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis testing of nonclinical and investigative study samples.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
  • Carry out assigned tasks and apply sound basic laboratory skills that include recording, evaluation, and assessment of data.
  • Learn new software applications and laboratory information management systems.
  • Follow well-established Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practices.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
  • Comply with all local, state, and federal laws for conducting in-vivo research.
  • Communicate and interact with other team members.

Education Minimum Requirement:

  • BA/BS in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related discipline.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP certification, with a minimum of 1-year clinical laboratory experience
  • Experience with hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis instrumentation
  • Experience with technical applications
  • Attentive to detail and focused on compliance/quality
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Proficiency in peripheral blood smear examination
  • Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices

Required Skills:

Blood Analysis, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Operations, Clinical Pathology, Good Lab Practices, Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Laboratory Processes, Laboratory Techniques, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Lab Technology, Microscopic Imaging, Morphology, Specimen Handling, Toxicity Studies, Urinalysis

Preferred Skills:

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Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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The primary location for this posting is:

USA - Pennsylvania - West Point

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.

The salary range for the primary location of this role is:

$87,300.00 - $137,400.00

This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

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. …

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