Senior Scientist, Parenteral Drug Product Development

Merck; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in New Jersey seeks an Associate Principal Scientist (R4) to lead biologics sterile product development across small molecules, peptides, proteins, ADCs and biologics. You will design experiments, execute plans, analyze data, and mentor scientists within a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with external sites, regulatory filings, technology transfer, and innovation aligned with company goals.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent with 4–5 years of relevant industry experience for PhD track.
• BS/MS with 8+ years of relevant industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead biologics sterile product development initiatives across modalities.
• Design experiments, execute plans, and analyze data.
• Mentor scientists and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Skills

Biologics development

Formulation development

Process scale-up

Regulatory filings

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering/Biomedical Engineering/Pharmaceutical Sciences

BS/MS in Engineering/Pharmaceutical Sciences with 8+ years

Job description

Merck in New Jersey seeks an Associate Principal Scientist (R4) to lead biologics sterile product development across small molecules, peptides, proteins, ADCs and biologics. You will design experiments, execute plans, analyze data, and mentor scientists within a fast-paced, cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with external sites, regulatory filings, technology transfer, and innovation aligned with company goals.