Lead Downstream Bioprocess Scientist (Purification)

Merck & Co.

Rahway (NJ)

On-site

USD 173,000 - 273,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive
Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead downstream processing of biologics in early and late-stage development at our Rahway, NJ site.

The role shapes purification strategies, guides cross-functional teams, and advances innovative bioprocessing technologies. The candidate will drive process development, characterization, and regulatory filings while mentoring staff and collaborating with senior leadership to set strategy.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. required with 6+ yrs industry exp or MS with 8+ yrs or BS with 10+ yrs in chemical/biochemical engineering.
  • Deep expertise in downstream processing of biologics and CMC development.
  • Proven ability to lead development projects and mentor staff.
  • Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Shape and realize innovation across biologics pipeline and science.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in fast-paced settings.
  • Lead development of robust purification processes for biologics.
  • Drive process characterization and regulatory filings for commercialization.
  • Mentor teams and guide project strategy and execution.
  • Promote safety, compliance, and inclusion.

Skills

Downstream processing
Process development
Leadership & mentoring
Cross-functional collaboration
Publications & presentations
Regulatory filings
Strategic thinking
Problem solving

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering
MS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering
BS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead downstream processing of biologics in early and late-stage development at our Rahway, NJ site.

The role shapes purification strategies, guides cross-functional teams, and advances innovative bioprocessing technologies. The candidate will drive process development, characterization, and regulatory filings while mentoring staff and collaborating with senior leadership to set strategy.

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