Senior Scientist, Engineering- Analytical Container Closure Integrity (CCI)

Merck; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Merck seeks a Sr. Scientist/Engineer at the Center for Packaging & Device Analytics in West Point, PA, to advance container closure integrity (CCI) analytics for packaging and MDCP programs. You will lead method development, validation, and troubleshooting across late-stage development and manufacturing support.

The role requires a strong experimental physical science background, excellent communication, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel and relocation may be required.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering or associated scientific discipline, such as physical chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Characterization of new package or device components to inform selection or optimization.
• CCI method development, validation and transfers/lifecycle support.
• 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/PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, or Biomedical Engineering or related scientific discipline

Job description

Job Description

The Center for Packaging & Device Analytics (CPDA), within our Manufacturing Division, is responsible for physical, analytical & material science to support production and commercialization of product packaging and drug-delivery medical device/combination-products (MDCPs), such as auto-injectors and pre-filled syringes. We are an interdisciplinary engineering science Center of Excellence that supports the entire global-human-health portfolio and closely partner with various Packaging or Device Technology engineering groups, packaging sites, and partner analytical groups. The CPDA is located at our Company’s large research and manufacturing West Point, PA location, where our packaging & device laboratories are established. Container closure integrity (CCI) is a critical quality & performance attribute across sterile packaging and components—such as vials, pouches, syringes, cartridges or bulk containers. The CPDA is seeking a Sr. Scientist/Engineer who, as an individual contributor, would enjoy focusing on CCI analytical and technical contributions to our packaging and medical device-combination product programs in both late-stage development and supporting global manufacturing. Projects are diverse and typically include some of the following: (1) characterization of new package or device components to inform selection or optimization; (2) CCI method development & validation; (3) method transfers/lifecycle support; (4) in-depth technical support to resolve packaging and device CCI analytical and manufacturing investigations; and, (5) growing CCI analytical technologies/ capabilities within the CPDA. To excel in the role, one must be creative and skillful in problem solving and applied experimental physical science, be a highly effective communicator (written and verbal) & collaborator on cross functional teams, and, have interest in both long‑term strategic technology advancement and personal growth.

Compensation

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below. The salary range for the primary location of this role is: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00. This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of 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.

Benefits

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.

Required Education, Experience, And Skills

Education Requirement (minimum)

• BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering or associated scientific discipline, such as physical chemistry.

Required Experience

• BS/MS with minimum of 5 years or relevant experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries or PhD.
• Familiarity and some experience with CCI testing in either an industrial or academic context.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Advanced proficiency and understanding of all common CCI technologies, such as dye ingress, high voltage leak detection, vacuum and pressure decay, laser headspace, and tracer gas analysis.
• Hands‑on CCI test method development, validation, and troubleshooting for packaging and/or medical device products.
• Understanding/familiarity with USP , ISO-13485, and relevant industry standards.

Required Skills

Analytical Method Development, Analytical Thinking, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Combination Products, Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT), Materials Science, Medical Devices, Method Development, Package Testing, Pharmaceutical Industry

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

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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. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement. 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. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.

Primary Location

USA - Pennsylvania - West Point

Additional location(s)

Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information

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.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship

Yes

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

10/27/2026

Posting Effective Until

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R414576