Principal Scientist, Sterile Product Development

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Rahway, New Jersey, USA
Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Biologics product development experience
Sterile dosage form formulation expertise
Qbd principles application
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Principal Scientist for its Sterile Product Development group in Rahway, New Jersey. The role focuses on the design and development of biologics products for various administration routes, requiring extensive experience in biologics product development, regulatory filings, and leadership skills

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the development of non-oral sterile products including injections, implants, inhaled, and ocular formulations for small, intermediate, and large molecules.
  • Candidates must demonstrate deep fundamental knowledge of biologics, manage a small group of scientists, and drive strategic innovation aligned with organizational goals.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $173,200 to $272,600 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Principal Scientist for its Sterile Product Development group in Rahway, New Jersey. The role focuses on the design and development of biologics products for various administration routes, requiring extensive experience in biologics product development, regulatory filings, and leadership skills.

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, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Biologics product development experience
  • Sterile dosage form formulation expertise
  • QbD principles application
  • Regulatory filing authoring
  • Process scale-up and technology transfer
  • DOE study design for risk assessment
  • Mentorship of junior scientists

Nice-to-have

  • Monte Carlo simulation modeling
  • High concentration formulation knowledge
  • Hydrogel or emulsion development
  • Alternative delivery technologies
  • Machine learning applications
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Peptide therapeutic experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree with 12 years industry experience OR Ph.D. with 8 years
  • Degree in Chemical/Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or related field
  • Proven track record in biologics regulatory filings and complex formulation

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