MSD International GmbH (Singapore Branch) – Intern – Animal Health

Our Animal Health (AH) Research & Development site focus is the development of warm water fish vaccines for aquaculture farms around the globe. We have on our site an Aquatic Laboratory for housing experimental animals and Research Laboratory fully equipped to diagnose and identify novel fish pathogens. We are part of a global R&D network with footprint in all continents, operating in a highly dynamic environment to improve the health of animals.

Primary activities of the AH Intern:

• Assist the Section Leader (Biochemistry) on research tasks involving molecular and immunological tools such as PCR, ELISA and Western Blot
• Assist the Section Leader (Animal Facility) on the daily care, monitoring and recording of designated experimental animals as well as the daily maintenance of the animal holding facilities
• To work according to Standard Operation Procedures
• To participate on animal sampling and perform diagnostic tests
• Routine biotechnical handling and treatments of aquatic animals, including administering anesthesia.
• The Animal Health Intern will be offered a project tailored to their interest. As a mixed facility we have the possibility of offering hands-on experience on conducting research with live animals as well as in a well-equipped laboratory.

 Learning outcome:

• Exposure to the Research and Development environment of a major pharmaceutical company and therefore will be trained in relevant processes like standard operational procedures, data entry and analysis, study design and critical thinking.
• Learn basic laboratory techniques in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology.
• Acquire critical skills related to fish husbandry and health, including the upkeep of a fish research facility.
• Learn project management and research skills with support and guidance from the site staff, further enhancing research skills like experimental design and problem solving.

Qualifications & Job Requirements:

• Current studying in a Diploma or Degree in a related field (Aquaculture, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences)
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and verbal format (English)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team structure
• Travel allowance will be provided

Who we are … 

We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.

What we look for … 

In a world of rapid innovation, we seek brave Inventors who want to make an Impact in all aspects of our business, enabling breakthroughs that will affect generations to come. We encourage you to bring your disruptive thinking, collaborative spirit and diverse perspective to our organization.

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.