CMC Project Leader (Hybrid)

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits (401k)

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a CIPM Associate Director, Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams through CMC development from first in human to transfer to supply.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and a track record in drug/vaccine development; hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

You will mentor junior PMs and drive portfolio-level initiatives within GPAM CIPM, contributing to human health and our pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; science or applied discipline preferred.
• Minimum of five years of project management experience.
• Experience with drug/vaccine development lifecycle is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end CMC development projects across lifecycle stages.
• Guide cross-functional teams through integrated project plans and governance.
• Develop and optimize CIPM tools and processes for portfolio management.
• Mentor Specialist project managers and share best practices.
• Coordinate with DCTs to align strategies and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Effective communication

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Job description

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a CIPM Associate Director, Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams through CMC development from first in human to transfer to supply.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and a track record in drug/vaccine development; hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

You will mentor junior PMs and drive portfolio-level initiatives within GPAM CIPM, contributing to human health and our pipeline.