Global Regulatory Liaison Scientist, Vaccine & ID

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist in Regulatory Affairs to develop and implement global regulatory strategies for VID products. The role involves coordinating with a global liaison, drafting submissions, and guiding regulatory teams across several functions.

You will engage in research of guidelines, prepare regulatory strategy documents, and support lifecycle management while ensuring quality communications with agencies and internal partners.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include MD/PhD or related doctoral degree in biological sciences, chemistry or related discipline.
• Experience: 3+ years with MD/PhD or Master’s; 6+ years with Bachelor’s in pharma.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist regulatory agency communications and submissions (INDs, marketing applications, pediatric plans).
• Develop agency background packages for regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with Global Liaison and cross-functional teams.
• Research regulatory guidance and competitive intelligence to shape strategy.
• Support maintenance and lifecycle management of VID programs.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Regulatory communications

Cross-functional teamwork

Regulatory submissions

Attention to detail

Regulatory research

Strategic thinking

Education

MD/PhD or related doctoral degree

Master’s degree with industry experience

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years in pharma

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist in Regulatory Affairs to develop and implement global regulatory strategies for VID products. The role involves coordinating with a global liaison, drafting submissions, and guiding regulatory teams across several functions.

You will engage in research of guidelines, prepare regulatory strategy documents, and support lifecycle management while ensuring quality communications with agencies and internal partners.