Associate Principal Scientist, Preclinical Dev.

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West Point, PA, USA
Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Downstream bioprocess design
Bioconjugation unit operations
Column chromatography experience
** The Associate Principal Scientist position at Merck's Vaccine and Advanced Biotechnologies (VAX) Process R&D department in West Point, PA, seeks a highly experienced individual to lead bioconjugation process development for vaccine programs. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong background in downstream bioprocessing, particularly in bioconjugation techniques. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading scientific and technical efforts for downstream process development of conjugate vaccine candidates at the West Point, PA site.
  • Candidates will be responsible for designing experiments to maximize production processes, de-risking development, and leading technology transfers for clinical and commercial manufacture.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $142,400.00 to $224,100.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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** The Associate Principal Scientist position at Merck's Vaccine and Advanced Biotechnologies (VAX) Process R&D department in West Point, PA, seeks a highly experienced individual to lead bioconjugation process development for vaccine programs. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong background in downstream bioprocessing, particularly in bioconjugation techniques. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Downstream bioprocess design
  • Bioconjugation unit operations
  • Column chromatography experience
  • Tangential flow filtration
  • Statistical design of experiments
  • cGMP manufacturing understanding

Nice-to-have

  • Antibody-drug conjugate experience
  • Technical team mentoring skills
  • CMC regulatory documentation authoring
  • Process technology transfer experience
  • Innovation in vaccine process development

Key Requirements

  • BS/MS/PhD in engineering or bio/chemical sciences
  • 5+ years hands-on downstream bioprocess experience
  • 3-8 years pharmaceutical/biotech experience based on degree
  • US work authorization required (No visa sponsorship)

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