Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
2026 Future Talent Program - Cardiorenal Biology Group - Co-op
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, South San Francisco, California, us, 94083
Overview
The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our company Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is an innovation hub dedicated to fostering collaboration among scientists to discover new medicines that improve human health. The Cardiorenal Biology group, part of the Cardiometabolic Disease Department, is seeking a motivated and creative Co-op with a background in in vitro pharmacology. This exciting 6-month limited-term training opportunity is ideal for an aspiring scientist to work alongside colleagues within the group, department, Research and Development in South San Francisco, and the broader our company network. The Co-op will collaborate in a team environment at our state-of-the-art laboratories to design and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments investigating novel drug targets in cardiorenal disease. The Co-op will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skillset through refinement of laboratory techniques, introduction to new experimental methods, exposure to discovery research processes, and insights into the practical aspects of drug development. Additionally, the Co-op will present their research findings in both oral and written formats. The ideal candidate is a master's or PhD student with demonstrated proficiency in conducting in vitro assays.
Responsibilities
Perform plate-based high throughput assays and analyze the results. Develop and optimize relevant in vitro cellular models. Work in close collaboration with senior colleagues to design, conduct, troubleshoot, and analyze experimental data for target identification and validation purpose.
Education
Master's and PhD candidates in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Immunology, Genetics, or related programs with hands-on experience in in vitro assays.
Required Experience and Skills
Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Candidates must have strong motivation and passion for science. Candidates must have high level of organizational skills to execute project in timely manner. Candidates must employ innovative molecular and cell biology platforms to advance target validation and drug discovery efforts. Candidates must have hands on experience with in vitro biochemical and cell-based assays. Candidates must have experience in culturing cells. Candidates must be committed to experimental excellence and rigor. Candidates must have proficiency in using professional data analysis and visualization software such as Spotfire, Excel and GraphPad Prism.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Candidates should have a significant interest in drug discovery. Candidates should have knowledge and experience in cardiometabolic diseases. Candidates should have experience in handling and processing ex-vivo tissue samples for downstream in vitro analysis. Candidates should have experience in laboratory skills and research experiences such as electronic notebook recording, molecular biology techniques, cell culture and/or data analysis procedures, and safe lab practices.
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate\'s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD
FTP2026 RL2026
Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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 EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another\'s thinking and approach problems collectively.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts
U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday designated as remote, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This model does not apply to remote-designated roles.
San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local laws.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. No fee will be paid where there is no pre-existing agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day
Hazardous Material(s):
Yes
Job Posting End Date:
11/3/2025
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The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our company Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is an innovation hub dedicated to fostering collaboration among scientists to discover new medicines that improve human health. The Cardiorenal Biology group, part of the Cardiometabolic Disease Department, is seeking a motivated and creative Co-op with a background in in vitro pharmacology. This exciting 6-month limited-term training opportunity is ideal for an aspiring scientist to work alongside colleagues within the group, department, Research and Development in South San Francisco, and the broader our company network. The Co-op will collaborate in a team environment at our state-of-the-art laboratories to design and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments investigating novel drug targets in cardiorenal disease. The Co-op will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skillset through refinement of laboratory techniques, introduction to new experimental methods, exposure to discovery research processes, and insights into the practical aspects of drug development. Additionally, the Co-op will present their research findings in both oral and written formats. The ideal candidate is a master's or PhD student with demonstrated proficiency in conducting in vitro assays.
Responsibilities
Perform plate-based high throughput assays and analyze the results. Develop and optimize relevant in vitro cellular models. Work in close collaboration with senior colleagues to design, conduct, troubleshoot, and analyze experimental data for target identification and validation purpose.
Education
Master's and PhD candidates in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physiology, Immunology, Genetics, or related programs with hands-on experience in in vitro assays.
Required Experience and Skills
Candidates must have excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Candidates must have strong motivation and passion for science. Candidates must have high level of organizational skills to execute project in timely manner. Candidates must employ innovative molecular and cell biology platforms to advance target validation and drug discovery efforts. Candidates must have hands on experience with in vitro biochemical and cell-based assays. Candidates must have experience in culturing cells. Candidates must be committed to experimental excellence and rigor. Candidates must have proficiency in using professional data analysis and visualization software such as Spotfire, Excel and GraphPad Prism.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Candidates should have a significant interest in drug discovery. Candidates should have knowledge and experience in cardiometabolic diseases. Candidates should have experience in handling and processing ex-vivo tissue samples for downstream in vitro analysis. Candidates should have experience in laboratory skills and research experiences such as electronic notebook recording, molecular biology techniques, cell culture and/or data analysis procedures, and safe lab practices.
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate\'s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD
FTP2026 RL2026
Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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 EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement.
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another\'s thinking and approach problems collectively.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts
U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday designated as remote, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This model does not apply to remote-designated roles.
San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with local laws.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. No fee will be paid where there is no pre-existing agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day
Hazardous Material(s):
Yes
Job Posting End Date:
11/3/2025
R363748 #J-18808-Ljbffr