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Scientist/Chemistry Internship - Ballydine

CompanyMSD
LocationBallydine
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the development of synthetic routes at a laboratory scale to address processing challenges and quality issues. They will also participate in process optimization, analysis of results, and presentation of findings to the product team.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
39714
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At MSD, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.msd.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
About the Role

Job Description

The Scientist/Chemistry Internship will support projects associated with new products, existing commercial products and business systems. 

So, what will you will be responsible for?

Bringing energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:

This internship will involve the development of synthetic routes at laboratory scale to address processing challenges, quality issues, technical investigations, one off synthesis of reference standard compounds and process optimisation of yields. This chemistry work involves working in dedicated teams of Chemists and Engineers. This internship will provide an opportunity to work with new technologies in the laboratories, advanced analytical instruments, analysis of results and presentation of same to their product team. Training will be provided for working in the laboratories and on the assigned projects.

Requirement:

  • Working towards a Chemistry qualification or relevant discipline

PQ20

Required Skills:

Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Problem Solving, Business Information Systems, Business Management, Business Systems, Chemical Biology, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, GLP Regulations, Health Economics, Hydrochemistry, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Services, Laboratory Techniques, New Product Development, Office Applications, Process Improvements, Project Management, Project Planning, Reporting and Analysis {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. 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:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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Key Skills
Analytical InstrumentationAnalytical Problem SolvingChemical BiologyLaboratory AnalysisLaboratory TechniquesNew Product DevelopmentProcess ImprovementsProject ManagementProject PlanningReporting and AnalysisData AnalyticsDatabase ManagementData VisualizationDocument ManagementGLP RegulationsHydrochemistry
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringManufacturing