Analytical Sciences Associate Specialist

MSD Malaysia; Carlow; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Carlow is seeking an Analytical Sciences associate specialist to support end-to-end method lifecycle management across analytical methods and equipment performance qualification.

This role contributes to pipeline and commercial products through expertise in separations and biochemistry. The successful candidate will lead method validation/tech transfers, assist with regulatory inquiries, and train site personnel on lab systems and processes, while collaborating across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years relevant experience in the pharma industry.
• Strong troubleshooting experience.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong cross functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• New method introduction (Validation /Tech Transfer).
• New technology introduction.
• Assessment and implementation of changes for existing methods and equipment.
• Method troubleshooting where cross-functional investigation is required.
• Technical SME for regulatory questions, audit support, reagent changes / supply issues.
• Technical review of impact on Analytical methods and equipment as part of cross-functional team.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Cross-functional

Pharma experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description Our Carlow site, which broke ground in 2008, is a strategic manufacturing facility supporting the launch and commercial supply of vaccines, biologics, and small molecule drug products. Since its establishment, the site has benefited from significant investment and is home to state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, laboratories, and temperature-controlled warehousing. As a major employer in the Southeast region, the Carlow site attracts high-performing talent through strong collaborations with local universities and colleges.

We are currently seeking an Analytical Sciences associate specialist to join the team; you will be responsible for supporting Analytical Procedure Life Cycle through end-to-end method lifecycle management; including introduction of new analytical methods, analytical transfers, SME assessment for all analytical method & equipment performance qualification, investigations, product testing and technical rationale. This work will support pipeline and commercial products by utilizing expertise in the analytical areas of separations and biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• New method introduction (Validation /Tech Transfer).
• New technology introduction.
• Assessment and implementation of changes for existing methods and equipment: Change in technical element of method e.g. Parameter change, Change in equipment element of method e.g., column/reagent change.
• Method troubleshooting where cross-functional investigation is required.
• Technical SME for regulatory questions, audit support, reagent changes / supply issues to provided justification / rationale for analytical methods and equipment.
• Technical review of impact on Analytical methods and equipment as part of cross-functional team assessment of new/revised Global Test method / Compendia changes or updates.
• Analytical equipment troubleshooting.
• Initial training of end users in QC and Manufacturing and training of site analytical sciences personnel on lab systems, processes and methods where agreed.
• Investigation support for lab investigations.
• Authoring technical documentation in support of investigation and regulatory responses.
• Technical Impact Assessment of proposed and finalized compendial changes.
• Development and ownership of change control for new analytical methods.
• Routine Assay Monitoring and lifecycle management of analytical methods.
• Supporting digital method development.

Required skills

• Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years relevant experience in the pharma industry.
• Strong troubleshooting experience.
• Excellent communication skills to build strong cross functional relationships.

We keep patients at the heart of everything we do and are committed to addressing some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs through scientific innovation and operational excellence.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where talented and committed people can thrive and contribute their best work.

Should you require support during the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role.

We are committed to flexible working wherever possible and have introduced a hybrid working model for eligible office-based employees. We encourage candidates to discuss any flexibility requirements during the recruitment process.

Additional required skills

• Analytical Assays
• Analytical Functions
• Analytical Method Transfer
• Analytical Testing
• Assay Development
• Laboratory Techniques
• Method Development
• Method Validation
• Technical Transfer

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA

Employee Status: Regular
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Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.