Scientist Functional Genomics
The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany · Posted Nov 6, 2026
- Billerica, Massachusetts, United States
- $90K–$136K per year
- 2+ years
Lead functional genomics research to identify and validate targets for neurodegenerative and autoimmune diseases.
Compensation
Pay Range for this position: $90,400 - $135,700
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute in vitro studies using complex cell systems
- Use pooled, arrayed, and single cell functional genomics methods to interrogate disease biology at scale
- Work with a range of NGS, imaging, and FACS-based readouts to explore the roles of candidate genes in neurologic and immunologic disease
- Work with disease biology experts to develop cellular models and assays
- Record data accurately in an Electronic Laboratory Notebook and maintain records per company policy and legal requirements
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in a life science field (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, etc.)
- Bachelor’s Degree in a life science field (e.g., Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, etc.)
- Nice to have: background in immunology or neuroscience
- Nice to have: experience analyzing and disseminating data to support key decision making
- Nice to have: familiarity with documentation practices in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology discovery setting