Senior Specialist, External Manufacturing

Merck & Co., Inc.

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Hybrid
7 years manufacturing experience
Drug substance process development
Technical transfer execution
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Specialist for External Manufacturing to lead technical operations within their Small Molecule Technical Operations Unit. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in drug substance manufacturing and will play a pivotal role in managing relationships with external partners while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading technical operations and acting as the primary interface between the company and external manufacturing partners for small molecule drug substances.
  • Candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills to execute technical due diligence, validate strategies, and resolve complex production issues.
  • This position requires approximately 50% travel to foster collaboration with external teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Specialist for External Manufacturing to lead technical operations within their Small Molecule Technical Operations Unit. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in drug substance manufacturing and will play a pivotal role in managing relationships with external partners while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years manufacturing experience
  • Drug substance process development
  • Technical transfer execution
  • Root cause analysis skills
  • Process optimization support

Nice-to-have

  • Project management experience
  • Regulatory inspection support
  • Lean Six Sigma knowledge
  • Inclusive people leadership
  • Global regulatory requirements

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or chemistry
  • Minimum 7 years relevant work experience
  • Minimum 5 years in drug substance manufacturing
  • English language proficiency required

Work Rights

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