Senior Scientist, Analytical R&d

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Late-stage method development and validation
Large molecule biologics and vaccine experience
Cgmp laboratory environment knowledge
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist for its Global Quality Large Molecule Analytical Sciences team in Rahway, NJ. The role involves overseeing analytical method development, validation, and life-cycle management for large molecules, vaccines, and biologics, with a focus on collaboration across various teams and external partners. **

Job Summary

  • This role is accountable for the commercialization of large molecules, vaccines, and biologics from Phase III through launch and transfer to supply.
  • The position involves directing analytical activities within the commercial external manufacturing network and ensuring successful batch release by contract testing labs.
  • Candidates will work in a hybrid model with three days on-site per week and are eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist for its Global Quality Large Molecule Analytical Sciences team in Rahway, NJ. The role involves overseeing analytical method development, validation, and life-cycle management for large molecules, vaccines, and biologics, with a focus on collaboration across various teams and external partners. **

Salary

Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Late-stage method development and validation
  • Large molecule biologics and vaccine experience
  • cGMP laboratory environment knowledge
  • Analytical technical transfer activities
  • ICH USP compendial chapters expertise
  • Contract manufacturing organization management

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma and lean laboratory methodology
  • Global launch and supply experience
  • Regulatory filing authoring (BLA/IND)
  • Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • Continuous improvement initiative leadership

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 6 years industry experience OR Master's plus 4 years OR PhD plus 1 year
  • Minimum 2 years in cGMP laboratory environment for large molecules
  • Experience with assay life cycle across ELISA, HPLC, CE platforms
  • Knowledge of ICH, USP, and method transfer/validation regulations
  • US residency required (US and Puerto Rico Residents Only)

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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