Director, Vaccines Potency In Analytical Research & Development

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

West Point, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days on-site, 1 day remote)
Ph.d. in analytical chemistry or related field
8+ years relevant pharmaceutical experience
Designing gxp potency assays
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Director of Vaccines Potency in Analytical Research & Development to lead a team of scientists in developing analytical solutions for vaccine product development and manufacturing. The role requires strategic and technical leadership, oversight of assay design, and collaboration across multiple departments while fostering an inclusive culture

Job Summary

  • The Director will provide strategic and technical leadership for a portion of the Vaccines development portfolio from discovery to launch.
  • The role is accountable for developing analytical methods, assay transfer to GxP laboratories, and supporting regulatory filings including INDs/IMPDs and BLAs.
  • The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentive, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

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Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Director of Vaccines Potency in Analytical Research & Development to lead a team of scientists in developing analytical solutions for vaccine product development and manufacturing. The role requires strategic and technical leadership, oversight of assay design, and collaboration across multiple departments while fostering an inclusive culture.

Salary

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in analytical chemistry or related field
  • 8+ years relevant pharmaceutical experience
  • Designing GxP potency assays
  • Regulatory submission authoring (IND/BLA)
  • Managing teams of 10-15 scientists
  • Cell-based assay expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with robotic technology evaluation
  • Strong external scientific reputation
  • Culture of innovation and inclusion
  • Cross-functional strategic partnering
  • Advanced statistical skills for comparability studies

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. with minimum 8 years experience OR M.S. with 12 years OR Bachelor's with 15 years
  • Minimum 8 years relevant experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
  • VISA Sponsorship: Yes
  • Expertise in plaque, TCID50, infectivity, immunoassay, and reporter gene assays
  • Proven ability to direct development of new innovative approaches

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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