In your role as Scientist, you will be part of a team of Analytical Chemists working on cross-functional scientific teams to enable novel small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide drug development through laboratory-based analytical characterization and statistical data analysis

• Support execution of scientific studies to support development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes using both traditional and advanced analytical tools
• Develop and implement analytical methods utilized during drug development as well as for the release and shelf-life assessment of clinical materials
• Troubleshoot challenges associated with drug development through active collaboration with cross-functional project teams
• Document the execution, procedure, results, and conclusions of experiments in a detailed and organized manner
• Author internal memos, data summaries, and technical reports, and IND/ IMPD submissions to regulatory authorities
• Strong collaboration with fellow Analytical Research & Development colleagues as well as cross-functional partners
• Engage the external scientific community through membership in professional organizations, attendance at external conferences, and authorship of external publications

This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely

• Minimum 3 years relevant industry experience for applicants with a Bachelor of Science degree, or
• A Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related fields
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong collaboration skills, are required
• Candidates will also be required to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions

In addition, experience with data science, and mass spectrometry is advantageous

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Characterization, Analytical Development, Analytical Method Development, Biopharmaceutics, Cell-Based Assays, Communication, Data Science, Drug Development, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Immunoassays, Interpersonal Relationships, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Techniques, Mammalian Cell Culture, Manufacturing Processes, Mass Spectrometry (MS), Oral Communications, Pharmaceutical Development, Pharmaceutical Formulations, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Process Manufacturing {+ 5 more}

$87,300.00 - $137,400.00 An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs

• The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days
• More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits

No relocation