Lead Biotechnology Manufacturing Specialist

Merck & Co.; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a senior manufacturing scientist to lead optimization, technology transfer, and cross-functional collaboration for vaccine and biopharmaceutical production. You will guide investigations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive process improvements across multiple sites.

The role demands strong scientific leadership, rigorous data analysis, and ability to mentor teams while supporting scale-up, transfers, and lifecycle management in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, protein chemistry, mechanical engineering or related field with 5+ years in vaccine/biopharmaceutical development or manufacturing.
• Master's Degree with 3+ years relevant experience accepted.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead optimization, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of manufacturing processes for veterinary vaccines and biopharmaceuticals.
• Serve as technical leader for complex investigations, providing scientific direction and risk-based decisions.

Skills

Communication

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Downstream Manufacturing

Downstream Processing

Laboratory Processes

Manufacturing Production

Sterile Manufacturing

Technical Leadership

Technology Transfer

USDA Regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Master's Degree with 3+ years relevant experience

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a senior manufacturing scientist to lead optimization, technology transfer, and cross-functional collaboration for vaccine and biopharmaceutical production. You will guide investigations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive process improvements across multiple sites.

The role demands strong scientific leadership, rigorous data analysis, and ability to mentor teams while supporting scale-up, transfers, and lifecycle management in a regulated environment.