Specialist, Lyophilization Cycle Optimization

Merck & Co., Inc.

De Soto, Kansas, United States
Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Bs in chemical engineering or related field
2+ years laboratory experience with freeze-drying
Knowledge of dsc and freeze-dry microscopy
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Specialist in Lyophilization Cycle Optimization to join their Animal Health Division in De Soto, Kansas. The role involves optimizing freeze-drying cycles for veterinary products, contributing to a significant investment in manufacturing and R&D

Job Summary

  • This role supports the start-up and operations of a new $895 million manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas.
  • The specialist will design and execute laboratory-scale lyophilization experiments to optimize freeze-drying cycles for veterinary products.
  • Employees work in a hybrid model requiring three days on-site per week at the Center of Excellence.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Specialist in Lyophilization Cycle Optimization to join their Animal Health Division in De Soto, Kansas. The role involves optimizing freeze-drying cycles for veterinary products, contributing to a significant investment in manufacturing and R&D.

Salary

Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • BS in Chemical Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years laboratory experience with freeze-drying
  • Knowledge of DSC and freeze-dry microscopy

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with electronic lab notebooks
  • Interest in technology transfer and scale-up
  • Demonstrated initiative through research projects

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemical Engineering, or Chemistry
  • Two or more years of hands-on laboratory experience
  • US residency required (no visa sponsorship)

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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