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Associate Scientist, Post Doc Fellow

Merck
October 1, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Boston, MA
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Process Chemistry, focusing on developing novel catalytic methods for synthesizing nitrogen-containing heterocycles relevant to drug discovery. Responsibilities: lead innovative research on new synthetic strategies for highly substituted piperidines and pyrrolidines, address longstanding heterocycle synthesis challenges, and collaborate externally for scientific dissemination. Requirements: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (or expected by spring 2027), strong experimental skills, and a proven track record of impactful research with publications and presentations. HighValue: expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, catalysis, mechanistic studies, and molecular design; experience with medicinal chemistry applications is advantageous. WorkSetup: based at Boston, MA, with approximately 10% travel; roles involve multidisciplinary and cross-geographical collaboration in a research-driven biopharmaceutical environment.