Merck Group

Research Associate (all genders)

Merck Group  •  Utrecht, NL (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:In your role as an Organoid Research Specialist based full-time in the Netherlands, you will be the driving force behind high-impact organoid studies for both internal and external projects. You will manage the entire study lifecycle, from setup to final readout, ensuring every experiment is executed "right-first-time" with absolute data integrity. You’ll spend your days establishing and maintaining patient-derived organoid cultures, analyzing results to support study conclusions, and troubleshooting technical variability. Beyond the bench, you will coach Research Associates on aseptic techniques and documentation discipline. Your work directly ensures that our innovative service department delivers high-quality data on time, helping us solve real-world research challenges through cutting-edge technology. Who You Are:-You hold an MLO with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an HLO/BSc/MSc in Life Sciences with approximately 3+ years of practical laboratory experience.
-You have extensive hands-on experience with organoids or adult stem cells, including isolation and expansion.
-You possess a proven track record of executing studies under time pressure within a service provider or similar fast-paced environment.
-You are proficient in assay standardization and high-throughput screening, ensuring consistent results across workflows.
-You have a strong ownership mindset with deep attention to detail regarding SOPs, data traceability, and audit-ready documentation.
-You are an independent worker who collaborates effectively in cross-functional teams and possesses strong English communication skills.
-You are currently based in the Netherlands and are able to work onsite full-time.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Merck Group

About Merck Group

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada.

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We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany.

We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.

Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet.

We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength.

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Work your Magic and join Merck.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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