Associate Principal Scientist, Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization (associate Director)

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
10 years experience with bachelor's degree
Purification of biological molecules
Chromatography and filtration systems
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) for their Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization team in Rahway, NJ. The role focuses on leading purification processes for late-stage and commercial biologics, emphasizing technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration

Job Summary

  • The role provides technical leadership to advance late-stage and commercial biologics from development into reliable manufacturing.
  • Candidates will manage a small team of junior staff while designing experiments and analyzing data to drive process improvements.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid holidays.

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) for their Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization team in Rahway, NJ. The role focuses on leading purification processes for late-stage and commercial biologics, emphasizing technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years experience with bachelor's degree
  • Purification of biological molecules
  • Chromatography and filtration systems
  • Tech transfer or scaling up processes
  • Leading teams and mentoring staff

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in pilot or commercial scale manufacturing
  • Statistical methods for design of experiments
  • Familiarity with regulatory submissions
  • Working with external contract organizations
  • Multivariate analysis proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree + 10 years experience
  • Master's degree + 8 years experience
  • PhD + 4 years experience
  • US work authorization required
  • VISA sponsorship available

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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