Quality Control Specialist

Merck & Co.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Growth and Improvement-minded Data Services Specialist in Quality Control to drive strategic priorities and support stability data review, site release, and QA processes.

This role requires mastery of GLIMS, MEDS, IPI, SAP, and related documentation systems. You will influence teams, ensure regulatory compliance with FDA/GMP, and collaborate with global support and external sites to maintain data integrity and product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Chemistry, Biology, or Engineering with ≥ 2 years in a pharmaceutical laboratory setting.
• Experience in data management and documentation programs (GLIMS, MEDS, IPI, SAP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Stability data review, plant site release, and study approvals.
• Review of site APR and CAPAs, data trending, and support of Quality Notifications.
• Supports GLIMS updates; reviews builds, IPI specification verification.
• Review of technical memos and testing protocols.
• Attends departmental meetings and serves as liaison between NASU teams and external entities.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Instrumentation

Analytical Method Development

Dissolution Testing

GMP Compliance

Laboratory Documentation

Laboratory Safety

Microbiological Analysis

Microbiological Test

Teamwork

Technical Writing

Troubleshooting

Use of Laboratory Equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry/Biology/Engineering

Tools

GLIMS

MEDS

IPI

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a Growth and Improvement-minded Data Services Specialist in Quality Control that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities.
• Invent - Pursue the Most Promising Internal and External Science to Address Significant Unmet Medical Needs
• Execute - Prioritize Resources Behind Our Key Growth Drivers (Oncology, Vaccines, Select Specialty Areas, Animal Health) While Optimizing Our Base Business)
• Adapt - Develop Our People, Culture and Business Model to Evolve with a Dynamic Landscape
• Diverse Talent - We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment with supporting leadership behaviors because having a high performing, engaged workforce is critical to our ability to deliver innovative solutions to patients and customers around the world
• Values and Standards - Our Steadfast Commitment to Our Values and Standards will Continue to Guide Us as We Take on New Challenges and Will Always be Fundamental to Our Success - They are a Competitive Advantage for Us

Summary, Focus and Purpose

• The QC Data Services Specialist is responsible for stability laboratory data review, plant site release, review of site APR, data trending, and support of Quality Notifications and CAPAs.
• They demonstrate mastery of all data management and documentation programs (GLIMS, MEDS, IPI, SAP, etc.).
• Maintains positive site relations and supports other company divisions and third-party manufacturing and packaging sites.
• Assures compliance with FDA & GMP regulations.
• Demonstrates the ability to influence a team (including Global Support and Outside Organizations) and is a recognized resource to others.

Key Functions

Development

• Work Independently and as a Team member with Integrity - Precision - Accomplishment - Motivational Ambition - Respect - Inclusion
• Participate in development of objectives and ensure alignment with site goals

Laboratory Support

• Initiating/leading problem solving to identify short-term and long-term actions to prevent problem reoccurrence, reduce laboratory downtime and increase reliability
• Following standard work for escalation as it relates to safety and quality events
• Timely approval of qualification, change control, procedures and other documents
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of customer needs, requirements, and expectations
• Performs stability and plant site release and study approvals
• Supports GLIMS updates; reviews builds, IPI specification verification
• Review of technical memos and testing protocols

Information Transfer

• Attends departmental and team meetings focused on Stability data review and reporting
• Serves as liaison between NASU teams, Leadership, and External Entities
• Ability to interpret our Company Quality Policies and Guidelines for daily application.
• Participates and/or Directs Tier Meetings
• Promotes teamwork and open discussion of issues.
• Statistical summary analysis for manufacturing site Annual Product Reviews (APR)

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in Chemistry, Biology, or Engineering with ≥ 2 years in a pharmaceutical laboratory setting

Required Experience and Skills:

• Prior experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory setting.
• Knowledge and experience with data management and documentation programs (GLIMS, MEDS, IPI, SAP, etc.)

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Dissolution Testing, Driving Continuous Improvement, GMP Compliance, Karl Fischer Titrations, Laboratory Documentation, Laboratory Safety, Microbiological Analysis, Microbiological Test, Teamwork, Technical Writing, Troubleshooting, Use of Laboratory Equipment

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

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The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 - $137,400.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

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

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 .

The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

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:

No relocation

Visa Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

na

Job Posting End Date:

09/5/2026

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Requisition ID:

R412671