Associate Principal Scientist, Downstream Vaccines And Advanced Biotechnologies Process R&d

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

West Point, PA, USA
$139,600.00 - $219,700.00; bonus/equity: eligible ...
Hybrid
Downstream process design and development
Recombinant protein purification techniques
Filtration unit operations
The Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies (VAX) Process R&D team is responsible for the development and clinical manufacturing of Drug Substance and Drug Product Intermediates for the vaccine and advanced therapy pipeline

Job Summary

  • The Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies (VAX) Process R&D team is responsible for the development and clinical manufacturing of Drug Substance and Drug Product Intermediates for the vaccine and advanced therapy pipeline.
  • The Associate Principal Scientist will lead early downstream process design and development for recombinant subunit and/or conjugate vaccine products, contributing to new principles and workflows.
  • The role requires collaboration with Discovery, Analytical, Formulation, and Enabling Technologies teams, and offers a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

The Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies (VAX) Process R&D team is responsible for the development and clinical manufacturing of Drug Substance and Drug Product Intermediates for the vaccine and advanced therapy pipeline.

Salary

$139,600.00 - $219,700.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Downstream process design and development
  • Recombinant protein purification techniques
  • Filtration unit operations
  • cGMP manufacturing understanding
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative and highly motivated
  • Scientific and technical leadership
  • Flexibility in responding to changing priorities
  • Attention to laboratory safety

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years experience (BS), 5+ years (MS), or 3+ years (PhD)
  • Strong hands-on understanding of downstream unit operations
  • 5+ years hands-on experience in process optimization
  • Prior experience with statistical design of experiments (DOE)
  • Ability to work independently and in a team

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