Methods Specialist

Merck; De Soto (KS); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Methods Specialist to support biomaterials management, method remediation, and regulatory documentation for USDA-regulated animal health biologics.

You will help maintain production histories, monitor inventories, and assist with qualification activities across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological science such as Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Virology, or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in USDA-regulated animal health biologics, veterinary biologics.
• Developing subject matter expertise in at least one biological method platform such as immunoassays, cell-based methods, or other relevant biological test systems.
• Strong scientific documentation and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain biomaterials documentation including production history, characterization, inventory status, qualification status, and method dependencies.
• Monitor biomaterials inventory, usage trends, expiry risks, and reorder triggers.
• Support biomaterials replacement planning, sourcing evaluations, and equivalence qualification activities.
• Assist with method remediation when biomaterials impact biological method performance.
• Draft or contribute to technical reports, qualification summaries, scientific justifications, and regulatory support documents for USDA or CVB review.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, QC, QA, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Supply Chain, and external suppliers.

Skills

Biomaterials

Immunoassays

Cell-based methods

cGMP

Process Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science

Job description

Job Description In Primary Posting Language (Include Requirements For Education, Experience And Skills)

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

Methods Specialist

The Methods Specialist supports biomaterials management and method remediation activities for USDA-regulated animal health biologics. This role helps maintain biomaterials documentation, monitor inventory, support replacement and equivalence qualification activities, assist with QC transfer, and prepare technical documentation for regulatory review.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain biomaterials documentation, including production history, characterization, inventory status, qualification status, and method dependencies.
• Monitor biomaterials inventory, usage trends, expiry risks, and reorder triggers.
• Support biomaterials replacement planning, sourcing evaluations, and equivalence qualification activities.
• Assist with method remediation when biomaterials impact biological method performance.
• Support transfer of biomaterials and remediated methods to QC laboratories.
• Draft or contribute to technical reports, qualification summaries, scientific justifications, and regulatory support documents for USDA or CVB review.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, QC, QA, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Supply Chain, and external suppliers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological science, such as Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Virology, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in USDA-regulated animal health biologics, veterinary biologics.
• Developing subject matter expertise in at least one biological method platform, such as immunoassays, cell-based methods, or other relevant biological test systems.
• Strong scientific documentation and technical writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience qualifying biomaterials or preparing biomaterials-related technical documentation for regulatory review.
• Experience working with CVB or supporting USDA-regulated veterinary biologics submissions.
• Experience with regulated quality systems, method validation, method transfer, or method remediation.
• Experience collaborating across multiple departments or external organizations.

Required Skills

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Method Transfer, Biocompatibility, Biologics, Biology, Biomaterials, Bioproduction, Bioproducts, Bulk Load, Cell Separation, cGMP Compliance, Column Chromatography, Computer Literacy, Contract Manufacturing, Data Analysis, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Management, Equipment Set Up, External Manufacturing, Immunoassays, Lean Manufacturing Tools, Method Development, Method Validation, Microbiology, Process Monitoring {+ 10 more}

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

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Salary Range

$79,200.00 - $124,700.00

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

10/9/2026

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Requisition ID: R419136