Senior Scientist, CCI Analytics & Packaging Innovation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Sr. Scientist/Engineer focused on container closure integrity (CCI) analytics for packaging and device programs at our West Point, PA site.

This role emphasizes method development, validation, and cross-functional collaboration to support late-stage development and global manufacturing. The ideal candidate has a strong background in CCI technologies and practical experience with USP , ISO-13485, and related standards, along with a track record in the

Qualifications

• Education: BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering or similar scientific discipline (e.g., physical chemistry).
• Required Experience: BS/MS with min 5 years or PhD in pharma/biotech/medical device industries; familiarity with CCI testing.
• Preferred Experience: Advanced CCI tech, understanding of USP <1207>, ISO-13485, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Characterize new package or device components to inform selection or optimization.
• Develop and validate CCI methods; support method transfers and lifecycle.
• Provide in-depth technical support to resolve packaging and device CCI analytical and manufacturing investigations.

Skills

Analytical Method Development

Analytical Thinking

Biomedical Engineering

Biotechnology

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Combination Products

Container Closure Integrity Testing

Materials Science

Medical Devices

Method Development

Package Testing

Pharmaceutical Industry

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering or associated scientific discipline

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Sr. Scientist/Engineer focused on container closure integrity (CCI) analytics for packaging and device programs at our West Point, PA site.

This role emphasizes method development, validation, and cross-functional collaboration to support late-stage development and global manufacturing. The ideal candidate has a strong background in CCI technologies and practical experience with USP , ISO-13485, and related standards, along with a track record in the