Director, Chemical Technical Operations, North America External Manufacturing

Merck & Co., Inc.

North America, US
Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Chemical engineering or chemistry degree
External contract manufacturing oversight
The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America

Job Summary

  • The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America.
  • This role requires partnering across functions to ensure technical excellence, risk management, and robust supply continuity for commercial products.
  • The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and an annual bonus eligibility.

Matching Summary

The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America.

Salary

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Chemical Engineering or Chemistry degree
  • External contract manufacturing oversight
  • GMP compliance and regulatory knowledge
  • Process scale-up and validation expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with biocatalysts and flow chemistry
  • Knowledge of highly potent compound processing
  • Sterile manufacturing background preferred
  • Proactive process monitoring implementation
  • Cross-functional team development skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience
  • Master's degree with 7+ years experience
  • PhD with 5+ years experience
  • Leadership in Technical Operations or Manufacturing
  • US work authorization required

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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