Senior Scientist, Reagent Strategy & Large Molecule Ops

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

Job summary

Merck & Co. in West Point, PA, is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead large molecule reagent strategies across the biologics and vaccines pipeline.

You will partner with analytical development, regulatory, and quality teams to deliver critical reagent strategies through development lifecycles. The candidate will provide scientific leadership, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, virology, or related field.
• MS with ≥3 years of Biopharmaceutical Industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree with ≥7 years of Biopharmaceutical Industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop and implement large molecule critical reagent strategies.
• Oversee reagent qualification testing, documentation, and lifecycle management.
• Oversee both internally and externally sourced reagent development, production, and implementation to support the large molecule pipeline.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support biologics development.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
• Contribute to the preparation of regulatory submissions and technical reports.
• Represent or provide technical oversight on analytical and product development working groups.

Skills

Project management

Analytical development

Scientific writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in analytical chemistry / molecular biology / cell biology / virology

MS with 3+ years Biopharmaceutical Industry

Bachelor's with 7+ years Biopharmaceutical Industry

Job description

Merck & Co. in West Point, PA, is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead large molecule reagent strategies across the biologics and vaccines pipeline.

You will partner with analytical development, regulatory, and quality teams to deliver critical reagent strategies through development lifecycles. The candidate will provide scientific leadership, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.