Senior Biotech Process & Biosafety Specialist

Merck; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Elkhorn, NE—part of the Merck family—seeks a Sr. Specialist in Biosafety and Biotechnology Solutions.

This role supports production troubleshooting, vaccine process development, tech transfers, and key initiatives at the Elkhorn Animal Health site. Collaborate with Operations, Quality, R&D, and more to advance biosafety and process improvements. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in vaccine bioprocessing or development, strong aseptic techniques, and excellent problem-solving

Qualifications

• Bachelors in biological sciences or related field (engineering/chemistry options acceptable).
• Master's or PhD preferred in related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead production investigations and support daily technical activities within production, implementing process improvements.
• Provide guidance on product impact from technical or compliance deviations with minimal supervision.
• Understand and lead process development capabilities within the Biotechnology Solutions development lab.
• Promote a culture of safety and biosafety awareness across the organization.

Skills

Vaccine bioprocessing

Biosafety

Laboratory safety

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Elkhorn, NE—part of the Merck family—seeks a Sr. Specialist in Biosafety and Biotechnology Solutions.

This role supports production troubleshooting, vaccine process development, tech transfers, and key initiatives at the Elkhorn Animal Health site. Collaborate with Operations, Quality, R&D, and more to advance biosafety and process improvements. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in vaccine bioprocessing or development, strong aseptic techniques, and excellent problem-solving