2027 Future Talent Program –Retinal and Vascular Biology - Co-Op
Merck · Cambridge (320 Bent Street), MA
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Role summary
Six-month cooperative education placement in the Retinal and Vascular Biology group at Merck's Cambridge research facility. The role offers hands-on laboratory experience in vascular cell biology research, including assay development and compound evaluation within the cardiometabolic disease therapeutic area.
What they're looking for
- Currently enrolled Master's or Ph.D. student in Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Pharmacology
- Prior laboratory experience in cell culture and molecular or cellular biology techniques
- Ability to analyze data and communicate scientific findings effectively
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical mindset
- High motivation, curiosity, and passion for scientific research
- Familiarity with retinal or vascular biology research preferred
What you'll be doing
- Perform in vitro assays to evaluate endothelial barrier function and vascular integrity
- Culture and maintain retinal and vascular cell models for barrier function assays
- Evaluate test compounds and characterize their effects on endothelial cell biology
- Analyze experimental data and present findings to project teams
- Contribute to optimization of vascular integrity assay protocols and maintain detailed laboratory records
Compensation$39,108 through $111,111
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