Senior Microbiology Scientist - GMP Analytics (Onsite)

MSD Malaysia; Rahway, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Scientist for Analytical R&D Microbiology, onsite. You will build and sustain a robust environmental monitoring and contamination control strategy, leading EM, utilities monitoring, and product testing in a GMP setting.

You will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Validation, and Operations, mentoring staff and applying lean improvements. A strong background in microbiology and data integrity is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong technical problem solving in microbiology labs.
• Excellent written and oral communication for cross-functional teams.
• Experience with microbiology testing in GMP environments.
• Knowledge of current microbiology guidelines and USP guidance.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, plan and lead EM, utilities monitoring, and microbiological testing in GMP lab.
• Manage EM program including risk assessment, sampling locations, and EM trend reports.
• Document testing procedures and results following ALCOA+ and data integrity.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

GMP Compliance

Microbiology

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Relationships

Process Ownership

Education

BS in Microbiology or related Biological Sciences

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Scientist for Analytical R&D Microbiology, onsite. You will build and sustain a robust environmental monitoring and contamination control strategy, leading EM, utilities monitoring, and product testing in a GMP setting.

You will collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Validation, and Operations, mentoring staff and applying lean improvements. A strong background in microbiology and data integrity is essential.