AI Research Scientist

Merck Sharp & Dohme | Singapore, SG | hybrid

Source-backed AI Research Scientist role at Merck Sharp & Dohme.

Job description

Merck Sharp & Dohme is seeking an AI Research Scientist in Singapore for its Technology Center. The role works on global teams at the intersection of healthcare, information and technology, with project-based rotations supporting professional development. The official posting identifies work across business intelligence, database design, data engineering, modelling, data science, visualization, machine learning, software development and stakeholder relationships. The position is intended for a collaborative researcher who can connect technical investigation with practical healthcare and technology opportunities. Its project-based setting provides exposure to different problems and colleagues while preserving a clear focus on data, software and applied AI. Required and preferred skills span analytical foundations, engineering fluency and the ability to explain work to stakeholders. The Technology Center role is designed around global collaboration and practical problem solving. It offers project-based exposure while asking the scientist to connect research thinking with data and software delivery. The source specifically names database design, data engineering, data modelling, business intelligence, visualization and machine learning, together with software development and stakeholder relationship management. This combination makes careful experimentation, reproducible analysis and understandable communication important alongside technical depth.

Requirements

  • One to two or more years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to work in Singapore.
  • Experience with data, software or AI research work.
  • Understanding of data engineering or modelling.
  • Collaborative and analytical approach.
  • Ability to communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

  • Business intelligence
  • Database design
  • Data engineering
  • Data modelling
  • Data science
  • Data visualization
  • Machine learning
  • Software development
  • Stakeholder management

Location Eligibility

Role is based at the Technology Center in Singapore.