Scientist, Engineering

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Scientist/Engineer for the Pharmaceutical Commercialization Technology group, based in Rahway, NJ or West Point, PA. The role focuses on process development for small molecule solid dosage products, supporting scale-up, validation, and commercial supply across multiple sites globally.

The successful candidate will work with R&D, analytical, regulatory, quality, and operations teams, applying DOE, design space, and process modeling to enable robust processes and ongoing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree with 1+ year related experience in the same fields is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and interpret pharmaceutical process development studies including scale-up and technology transfer.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and represent the department in interactions.
• Apply QbD concepts, risk-based approaches, DOE, and process modeling to development work.
• Author technical documents such as protocols, reports, and regulatory filings.
• Demonstrate written and oral communication and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Data Analysis

Design of Experiments

GMP

Scientific Writing

Process Development

DOE

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience in Chemical/Biochemical Eng or related

Master’s degree +1 year related experience

Job description

Job Description

The Pharmaceutical Commercialization Technology (PCT) department is seeking a Scientist/Engineer based in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ. The group sits within the Manufacturing Division and is responsible for pharmaceutical process development and supply for small molecule solid dosage drug products, delivering new and novel medicines to patients worldwide. PCT leads process and technology development as products enter Phase IIb through regulatory filings and process validation and supports supply for several years beyond commercial launch. Products are commercialized at a network of internal manufacturing sites, located in Ireland and Singapore, as well as contract manufacturing organizations around the world. Coupled with development centers in Rahway, NJ and West Point, PA, these sites are the foundation for our extensive small molecule solid dosage capabilities.

Success in this role requires communication and collaboration within teams, a growth and innovative mindset and eagerness for continuous learning, a passion for science and solving technical problems, and hands‑on development and manufacturing from pilot to commercial scale. Partners include research and development, analytical, regulatory, quality, packaging, and operations at our commercialization and commercial supply sites. We recognize that the diversity in our team is our strength and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and interpret pharmaceutical process development studies with manager and team support, such as scale up, technology transfer, design space development, clinical and stability batch manufacture, and process validation.
• Participate in drug product working groups and/or technology development teams and represent the department in cross‑functional interactions.
• Apply problem‑solving skills and aspects of Quality by Design, including risk‑based approaches to development, design of experiments, and process modeling.
• Author technical documents, such as experimental protocols, reports, and regulatory filings.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and effective collaboration and leadership within teams.
• Evaluate new and innovative technologies and equipment, perform physical testing and data analysis, and comply with applicable safety and current good manufacturing practices.
• Contribute to publications and presentations within the scientific community as appropriate.
• Support digital and data analytics initiatives and contribute to an innovative environment.

Education Minimum Requirement

Bachelor’s degree and two years related experience or master’s degree and one year related experience in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.

Required Experience And Skills

• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team and execute against commitments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, technical writing experience, and an interest in solving technical problems.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Hands‑on experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing facility.
• Experience with process scale‑up and/or technology transfer, moving between laboratory, pilot, and commercial scale.
• Familiarity with concepts and application of cGMP during pharmaceutical development and production.
• Demonstrated capability to design and execute experiments with mechanistic understanding, process robustness, productivity, and cost in mind.
• Experience with data analytics, process modeling, and/or statistical process control. #EBRG's #VetJobs

Required Skills

Chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Clinical Manufacturing, Data Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), Detail‑Oriented, Downstream Process Development, Experimentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Independent Thinking, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Process Development (PD), Process Innovation, Process Scale Up, Process Transfers, Process Verification, Product Formulation, Scientific Literacy, Scientific Presentations, Scientific Writing, Technical Evaluation, Technical Reviews, Technical Writing, Technology Development {+ 2 more}

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.

Requirements

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

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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

25%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

1st - Day, 3rd - Night

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

09/23/2026

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Requisition ID

R417744