MSD Research Scientist m/f/d 

Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate 

719570233

Job Description

As a, you will play a pivotal role in our research and development initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead innovative antiparasitic research projects as subject matter expert
• Discover and evaluate innovative concepts and technologies to combat parasitic infections in animals
• Plan, lead and conduct antiparasitic
  in vitro
  and
  in vivo
  programs to develop the next generation of antiparasitic agents
• Lead, develop, and motivate colleagues in drug discovery projects
• Participate in scientific communication in a global R&D organization

Qualifications

PhD in veterinary parasitology or doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) with a proven track-record in parasitology;Specialist in parasitology (e.g. “Fachtierarzt für Parasitologie” or EVPC diplomate) preferred

Your profile

• Experience in veterinary parasitology
• Experience in pharmacology/biochemistry preferred
• Expertise of parasitic in-vitro assay technologies preferred
• Expertise in parasitic rodent models preferred
• Several years work experience in drug discovery and / or pharmaceutical research
• Track record on scientific publications and presentations
• Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written)
• Good command of German language
• Effective time management, and organizational skills, problem solving skills
• High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and presentation), as well as the ability to collaborate in a team environment are required.
• FELASA certificate beneficial

Our benefits

• Flexible working hours (37.5 hours/week) and an attractive company pension scheme

• Competitive salary package: 13 monthly salaries + holiday pay + target bonus

• 30 days holiday entitlement

• Internal training and promotion opportunities

• International co-operations

• Training on the job

• Contributing your own ideas to the process design

• Insights into the development of veterinary medicinal products

• Corporate benefits and free (electric) car parking

• Good company canteen and a company health management program

Current Contingent Workers apply

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