Specialist, Lyophilization Cycle Optimization

Merck & Co., Inc.

De Soto, Kansas, United States
Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Bs in chemical engineering or related discipline
2+ years hands-on laboratory experience
Familiarity with dsc and freeze-dry microscopy
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Specialist in Lyophilization Cycle Optimization for its new manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas. The role focuses on designing and optimizing freeze-drying cycles to enhance the production of veterinary products, requiring relevant educational background and hands-on laboratory experience

Job Summary

  • The company is investing $895 million to expand its manufacturing and R&D facilities in De Soto, Kansas, focusing on the future of animal health.
  • This role involves designing and executing laboratory-scale lyophilization experiments to optimize freeze-drying cycles for veterinary products.
  • Successful candidates will work in a hybrid model requiring three days on-site per week at the Center of Excellence.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Specialist in Lyophilization Cycle Optimization for its new manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas. The role focuses on designing and optimizing freeze-drying cycles to enhance the production of veterinary products, requiring relevant educational background and hands-on laboratory experience.

Salary

Base: $87,300.00 - $137,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • BS in Chemical Engineering or related discipline
  • 2+ years hands-on laboratory experience
  • Familiarity with DSC and freeze-dry microscopy
  • Knowledge of heat and mass transfer concepts
  • Experience with moisture analysis techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Internship experience involving lyophilization
  • Experience with electronic lab notebooks
  • Interest in process scale-up strategies
  • Demonstrated initiative through research projects
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Key Requirements

  • BS degree plus 2+ years experience OR MS degree
  • US and Puerto Rico residents only
  • No visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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