Senior Scientist, Peptide Formulation & Developability

MSD Malaysia; South San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement benefits (401k)

Paid holidays & vacation

Sick days & compassionate days

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in South San Francisco is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead peptide formulation development and developability assessments for preclinical/clinical candidates.

The role involves characterizing physicochemical properties and driving selection of lead formulations with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will mentor junior scientists, contribute to departmental initiatives, and interact with Drug Product teams to advance clinical candidates across multiple

Qualifications

• PhD degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant industrial experience in developing peptide formulations in preclinical or clinical stages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Characterize physicochemical properties of peptide molecules and assess developability.
• Lead early formulation development and candidate selection in peptide modalities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Medicinal Chemistry, DMPK, Nonclinical Safety, Drug Product) and mentor junior scientists.

Skills

Peptide formulation

Preclinical formulation development

Developability assessment

Physicochemical characterization

Leadership

Communication skills

Drug delivery

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

FEA

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in South San Francisco is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead peptide formulation development and developability assessments for preclinical/clinical candidates.

The role involves characterizing physicochemical properties and driving selection of lead formulations with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will mentor junior scientists, contribute to departmental initiatives, and interact with Drug Product teams to advance clinical candidates across multiple