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Job Description We are seeking a visionary and transformative leader for the position of Director, Data Science, within our Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism, and Bioanalytics (PDMB) department. This role is responsible for driving the overarching data science strategy for PDMB, leading a world-class team of data scientists, and pioneering the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI/ML innovations. The ideal candidate is a proven scientific and business leader with a "tri-lingual" ability to speak the languages of science, technology, and business strategy. You will be responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team while forging critical partnerships with internal R&D functions and external academic and industry collaborators. This role is central to our mission, requiring you to identify needs and opportunities and deliver data science solutions that improve quality and efficiency, enable critical Go/NoGo decisions and create substantial business value across our R&D portfolio. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Strategic Leadership: </li><li>Define and execute the comprehensive data science strategy. </li><li>Coach, mentor, and lead a high-performing data science team to deliver transformative solutions.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with partner functions.</li></ul>AI/ML Innovation: <ul><li>Oversee the development and deployment of novel data science innovations.</li><li>Deploy Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs).</li><li>Create scalable platforms for R&D data analytics.</li><li>Develop generative models for scientific applications using GNNs or Transformers.</li><li>Design computational frameworks to enhance predictivity and augment decisions for complex therapeutic portfolios.</li></ul>Cross-Functional Partnership: <ul><li>Forge strong, collaborative partnerships with internal R&D leaders across Chemistry, Biology, DMPK, Bioanalysis, Toxicity, Formulation, and Translational Medicine.</li><li>Engage with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and manage high ROI data science projects.</li></ul>External Collaboration & Influence: <ul><li>Identify opportunities for strategic external collaborations with academic institutions and AI institutes. </li><li>Keep a finger on the pulse of the field and represent the company at AI/ML events.</li></ul>Required Qualifications & Experience Education:<ul><li>Ph.D. or MS in a scientific or computational discipline (e.g., Biochemistry, Biophysics, Computational Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM field).</li></ul>Required Experience:<ul><li>A PhD and a minimum of 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a proven track record of progressing leadership roles OR an MS and 10+ years of experience.</li></ul>Required Technical Expertise:<ul><li>Domain knowledge across multiple R&D functions, including but not limited to molecular design, bioanalysis, ADME, PK/PD, translational, and (digital) clinical trials.</li><li>Expert-level knowledge of modern AI/ML, including Generative AI, LLMs, Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), and Transformers, applied to scientific challenges.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to explain complex concepts in terms appropriate to a range of audiences.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Demonstrated experience in building, leading, and developing high-performing data science teams.</li><li>Project leadership and management experience.</li><li> A strong record of publication in top-tier, peer-reviewed machine learning conferences (e.g., ICML, ICLR, NeurIPS) and scientific journals. </li></ul> #EligibleforERP Required Skills: ADME, Bioanalysis, Biochemical Analysis, Biological Sciences, Computational Biology, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Visualization, DMPK, Drug Metabolism, Graph Neural Network (GNN), Leadership, Machine Learning (ML), PBPK Modeling, PKPD Modeling, Project Leadership, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Technical Acumen, Toxicity Studies Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $187,000.00 - $294,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic/International VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/7/2026 *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:R378875

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Director, Data Science - Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism, and Bioanalytics (PDMB)

Job Description Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. Our Company's Animal Health division, located in Millsboro, DE is a Biotechnology Center of Excellence that manufactures, fills, packages and distributes vaccines for animals. Our site is accountable for mammalian, insect and avian cell culture production, live bird vaccine production, embryonated egg vaccine production, roller bottle vaccine production, bioreactor vaccine production and down-stream processing (water in oil emulsions, aseptic filling, lyophilization, etc.). At all times, following Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures and adhering to all safety and company policies, perform duties assigned by department supervision. Position Responsibilities: <ul><li> Stock general supplies in general areas </li><li> Manage Kanban </li><li> Complete 5S daily </li><li> Transfer/deliver raw materials to production department </li><li> Assist in washing, prepping, and sterilizing equipment </li><li> Cleaning work area including tables, walls, and floors </li><li> Assist in the operation of the Parts Washer </li><li> Assist in the operation of the autoclaves </li><li> Assist in the operation of the Waste Decontamination autoclave </li><li> Concurrent record keeping including logbooks and all pertinent documentation </li><li> Demonstrate at all times, safe work habits and maintain a safe work environment. Understands and complies with all safety and company policies and procedures. </li><li> Assist in training new team members </li><li> Report all unusual, non-routine occurrences when performing tasks </li><li> Assist with performing non-aseptic procedures </li><li> Assist in reviewing SOP's </li><li> Assist in reviewing and signing off on all paperwork </li><li> Aid in planning and implementing daily or weekly laboratory assignments as well as special projects and other tasks </li><li> Attend training classes, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to improve job skills and product-related procedures </li></ul> Education Minimum Requirement : <ul><li> High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree or higher is preferred. </li></ul> Required Experience and Skills : <ul><li> Identifies and solve problems; Organizes own work to meet agreed-upon deadlines </li><li> Must have the ability to read, write, and understand information and to effectively communicate information to colleagues at various levels </li><li> Must be able to work a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the manufacturing process - this includes overtime, holidays, and weekends </li><li> Applies knowledge and skills to other areas within production/department - act as a source of technical expertise for others </li><li> Must be able to work in a team setting and collaborate with customers </li></ul> Preferred Experience and Skills: <ul><li> Self-starter - starts and completes new initiatives </li><li> MPS (continuous improvement mind-set) </li></ul> #MSJR Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Autoclaves, Computer Literacy, Data Entry, Equipment Maintenance, GMP Documentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Mammalian Cell Culture, Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Media Preparation, Occupational Health and Safety Management, Operations Management, Process Improvements, Process Manufacturing, Product Handling, Recordkeeping, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Practices, Safety Protocols, Safety Standards {+ 3 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 12/29/2025 *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:R378820

Operations Technician

Job Description Our company's Animal Health division is driven by our unconditional commitment to the science of healthier animals. Our commitment is portrayed through our products, services, and technologies but also through our people. As a Professional Services Veterinarian for our company Animal Health division, you embody our unconditional commitment to healthier animals by acting as coach, leader, and advisor to our internal and external customers. We, in turn, provide our Professional Services Veterinarians with a culture of support, development, and continuous learning to assure we reach our shared goals. This position will be field based within the Southwest Region (AZ, NM, Las Vegas, San Diego, West Texas). The selected candidate will be required to reside in the assigned territory. Responsibilities: Function as an integral member of the Regional Leadership Team supporting territory managers by demonstrating and conveying the value and benefits of our company Animal Health portfolio through:<ul><li>Preparation and delivery of technical lectures on our product line to key customers, strategic accounts, and professional veterinary organizations</li><li>Offering solutions that align with customer needs and business priorities </li><li>Partner with Regional Sales Manager to develop and execute effective business strategy to reach and exceed regional and organizational priorities for lasting success</li><li>Meet with key opinion leaders in both clinical and university settings to discuss the Animal Health portfolio as well as potential new business opportunities</li><li>Represent our company Animal Health at veterinary schools and veterinary associations and conferences</li><li>Serve as the region's technical expert, evaluating regional and individual technical training needs of the sales representatives and coaching sales representatives in technical selling skills</li><li>Collaborate with R&D, Learning and Development, Marketing, Veterinary Insights & Medical Affairs, and Sales to achieve organizational priorities</li></ul>Position Qualifications Education Minimum Requirement:<ul><li>Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree</li></ul> Required Experience and Skills:<ul><li>10 years of combined relevant experience: Minimum of 5 years in clinical companion animal veterinary practice and minimum of 5 years in the animal health industry or equivalent leadership and/or management experience.</li><li>Ability to take complex issues and translate into easily comprehensible content for respective audiences</li><li>Excellent presentation and facilitation skills</li><li>Excellent oral and written communications skills both with internal customers and hospital decision makers</li><li>Serve as a medical consultant in vaccines, parasiticides, and therapeutics</li><li>Ability to influence without direct authority</li><li>Ability to build strong networks internally and with industry partners</li><li>Bring innovative solutions to both internal challenges as well as those faced by our customers.</li><li>Competency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)</li><li>Competency in software relevant to the industry, e.g., Salesforce, Veeva, Power BI, etc.</li><li>Proven ability to work with cross functional teams both internal and external </li><li>Execute core responsibilities of Professional Services Veterinarian independently</li><li>Strong understanding of business processes of our veterinary customers and the ability to have discussions regarding using the MAH portfolio to improve medical capabilities and profitability.</li><li>Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in any state in the U.S.</li></ul>Preferred Experience and Skills: <ul><li>Experience with companion animal vaccines, parasiticides, and therapeutics</li><li>Applicable advanced degrees and research experience</li><li>Delivery of training or instruction within a structured organization</li><li>Leadership and/or management experience</li></ul>Required Skills: Animal Care, Customer-Focused, Customer Relationship Building, Presentation Delivery, Professional Services Sales, Technical Services, Veterinary Consulting, Veterinary Education, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Services Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 75% Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: Yes Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 01/5/2026 *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:R378650

Professional Services Veterinarian, Companion Animal - Southwest Region

Job Description Our Company's microbiology team is seeking a Director for the Rahway NJ, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) microbiology operations. The primary objective of the position is to oversee GMP environmental monitoring and microbiological release of pipeline products. The director will provide guidance, lead activities, and strengthen a team of microbiologists whose roles include executing analytical methods to release clinical drug substance and drug product and support both non-sterile and sterile manufacturing. This role contributes to the Development Sciences and Clinical Supplies (DSCS) deliverable, which involves the development of robust chemical and biochemical processes, market formulations, and their processes for non-sterile and sterile products. The Director will also collaborate with Development Quality, Pharmaceutical Operations, the other Research & Development Division Microbiology labs in the network and partners in commercialization and manufacturing in aspects of quality control, compliance, and strategic partnering. Primary Responsibilities: <ul><li> Reports to the Executive Director of Microbiology in Analytical Research and Development (AR&D) </li><li> Leads an expanding team of operational scientists at the Rahway NJ site. </li><li> Responsible for clinical release for various processes and dosage formulations. </li><li> Engages with the microbiology leadership team and extended leadership teams to advance departmental strategic and cultural initiatives. </li><li> Identifies, recruits, onboards, and develops employees. </li><li> Establishes a viable succession plan for key positions. </li><li> Ensures current GMP compliance and operational excellence in the laboratories. </li><li> Maintains a state of inspection readiness. </li><li> Performs proactive resourcing planning and risk assessment strategies. </li><li> Advances a culture of scientific excellence, GMP compliance mindset, and collaboration with various partners and stakeholders in other development departments. </li></ul> Essential Knowledge & Skills: <ul><li> Pharmaceutical Microbiologist (Direct GMP Operations Experience). </li><li> Strong people management skills. </li><li> Extensive experience with sterile operation and sterile testing laboratoriums. </li><li> Demonstrated ability in leading teams and talent development. </li><li> Project management skills. </li><li> Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions. </li><li> Excellent scientific communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills. </li><li> Strength in delivering results on firm deadlines. </li><li> Experience representing the laboratory for internal and external audits. </li><li> Leads microbiological investigations </li><li> Review and approval of data and reports. </li><li> SOP development. </li><li> Quality System experience. </li><li> Thorough working knowledge of GMPs, ICH, Pharmacopoeia, and relevant FDA guidelines. </li><li> Desire and ability to learn new concepts outside of core expertise and training </li><li> Education Minimum Requirements: </li><li> BS or MS in Microbiology/Molecular Biology or related science with at least 10 years of industrial experience leading a QC lab and working together with operations. </li><li> Ph.D. in Microbiology/Molecular Biology or related science with 5 years of industrial experience leading a QC lab and working together with operations. </li></ul>Required Skills: Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Method Development, Biologics License Application (BLA), Chromatographic Techniques, Decision Making, Dosage Forms, GMP Compliance, Immunochemistry, Inspection Readiness, Learning New Concepts, Microbiological Analysis, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Microbiology, People Leadership, People Management, Process Analytical Technology (PAT), Professional Networking, Project Management, Quality Control Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Submissions, Results-Oriented, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development {+ 2 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $169,700.00 - $267,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 12/22/2025 *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:R379021

Director, Microbiology GMP Operations AR&D

Job Description Under the guidance of the Director, Commercial Operations-Vaccines, the Vaccine Key Customer Leader (VKCL) is the primary Vaccine point of contact for our company with assigned large private and public sector customers within their designated market. The VKCL engages with C-/ D-suite customers in assigned accounts and collaborates with the extended company field team to ensure implementation and pull-through at the individual clinic/hospital/provider level. Responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:<ul><li>The VKCL will be accountable for the Vaccines business performance, business relationship and customer experience with assigned customers, coordinating appropriate company resources and personnel to meet the needs of the customer.</li><li>Actively develops, enhances and applies a deep understanding of assigned customers, the local market healthcare /vaccination ecosystem, and ensuing interplay and translates into potential business opportunities.</li><li>Demonstrates and applies in-depth knowledge of the vaccination landscape including: vaccination schedule, quality measures, reimbursement processes, key factors affecting uptake, local immunization registries, coalitions, school requirements.</li><li>Responsible for demonstrating strong collaboration and coordination with all company customer-facing roles. With all assigned accounts, the VKCL will be responsible for building a Vaccines account strategy focused on increasing appropriate use of our company's Vaccines and coordinating the account team execution consistent with the strategy and customer needs.</li><li>Identifies key vaccine decision-makers and influencers, understands their concerns and priorities, builds trusting relationships that differentiate our company.</li><li>Collaborates with internal and customer stakeholders to formulate approach and select/deploy solutions to meet customer needs.</li><li>Identifies strategic customers within region/geography that afford our company differentiated business opportunities and prioritizes their importance.</li><li>Stays abreast of competitor approaches and our company's customer contracting strategy; engages appropriate account team members (field and HQ) to capitalize on opportunities to grow/defend the Vaccine business.</li></ul> Education Requirements: <ul><li>Required: BA/BS</li><li>Preferred: MA/MS/MBA in Business, Marketing, Science, Healthcare or Public Health </li></ul> Required Experience: <ul><li>Minimum of five (5) years experience in Sales leadership, Key Account Management / Client Service Management, Marketing, and/or Strategy preferably in the Healthcare industry</li><li>Minimum of two (2) years experience working in Sales leadership or Strategic Account Management with key thought leaders or high influence customers in Public Health, Large Group Practices, Hospitals/Systems, or Managed Care Organizations</li><li>Ability to build and develop customer relationships, including the ability to influence senior levels of management and key thought leaders</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to interact with individuals from a variety of cultures, and disciplines</li><li>Strong peer leadership and ability to collaborate with and coordinate activity among individuals in different reporting structures within the organization</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to perform with a high level of independence</li><li>Innovative thinking and exceptional business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook</li><li>Valid Driver's License</li><li>Travel (25%) varies based on candidate's location within the geography.</li></ul> Preferred Experience: <ul><li>Minimum of two (2) years experience working in/with Vaccines; strong understanding of Vaccination (products, processes, marketplace)</li><li>Recent Local Market and Customer Knowledge</li><li>Experience in a strategic or management role in Public Health or Health System/Medical Group</li><li>Strong understanding of compliance-related concepts including the laws and regulations that govern Pharmaceutical/Vaccine Marketing and Sales activities</li></ul>Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Account Management, Business Opportunities, Client Management, Commercial Account Management, Consumer Relations, Contract Management, Customer Experience Management, Customer Management, Customer Needs Analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analytics, Executive Management, Financial Acumen, Healthcare Trends, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Independent Thinking, Interpersonal Relationships, Key Account Planning, Lateral Leadership, Leadership, Managed Care Marketing, Market Research, Profit Planning {+ 5 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $169,700.00 - $267,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 25% Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: Yes Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/12/2026 *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:R377859

Vaccine Key Customer Leader - Central CA

Job Description Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer health products, as well as animal health products. Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company - one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of people like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist with a strong laboratory automation skill set to join the Translational Sciences and Outsourcing group at West Point, PA in the area of automation. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with experience in advanced analytical method design using automation and operational support of bioanalytical labs conducting bioanalysis of biotherapeutics in regulated drug development studies. Collaboration, innovation, teamwork, and accountability are highly valued within our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, planning, and utilizing automation methods during method development, validation, and sample analysis of bioanalytical assays for our Company's pipeline. Main Responsibilities include but are not limited to: <ul><li> Assist in establishing and managing bioanalytical lab operations, including lab automation, analytical instrumentation, and data handling </li><li>Contribute to the development, validation and implementation of novel automated workflows</li><li> Work collaboratively with department members to operate and troubleshoot automated laboratory equipment and systems in support of various bioanalytical assays within the pipeline </li><li> Manage data integrity through automated processes </li><li> Support timely delivery of high-quality quantitative data to cross-functional collaborators for bioanalytical analysis </li><li> Collaborate to identify, evaluate, and recommend novel and cutting-edge automation and assay strategies to drive our development programs, including machine learning and artificial intelligence </li></ul>Qualifications: Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (with 7 years), Master's (with 4 years) or Ph.D. in Engineering, Automated Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline and relevant experience</li></ul>Required Experience and Skills:<ul><li>Demonstrated expertise operating various automation platforms (e.g. Hamilton, Tecan, Biomek) to perform method development and sample testing of preclinical and clinical assays</li><li>Experience in development and execution of quantitative and qualitative bioanalytical assays (e.g. ELISA, mass spectrometry)</li><li>Ability to follow procedures and thoroughly document experiments</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Self-starter with ability to work independently</li><li>Capable of working efficiently and multitasking in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Ability to re-prioritize workload to support team based on immediate need</li><li>Emphasizes a team-based approach and is dedicated to collaborative and harmonious work with others</li></ul>Preferred Experience and Skills:<ul><li>Experience with liquid handlers, preferably with Hamilton</li><li>Experience with scripting/programing in one or more of the following: C#, python, JavaScript, R, R-shiny or Web development</li><li>Experience with Laboratory equipment integration</li><li>Experience with AI/ML techniques and how to apply them to various robotic applications</li></ul>#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Analytical Instrumentation, Automation, Bioanalytical Assays, Biochemistry, Clinical Assays, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Operations, Mass Spectrometry (MS), Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Assay, Robotic Liquid Handlers Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $114,700.00 - $180,500.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic/International VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): NA Job Posting End Date: 01/9/2026 *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:R378659

Senior Scientist, Laboratory Automation

Job Description Primary Responsibilities Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Associate Director is accountable for the oversight of Manufacturing Operations, while actively supporting, participating in, and embracing a team culture of empowerment.<ul><li>Ensures staff activities are aligned with department objectives to reliably supply quality product at a competitive cost</li><li>Forecasts resource needs and manages allocated budget, while adapting departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges</li><li>Responsible for area supply performance metrics (schedule adherence/delivered supply, cycle time reduction, production uptime) and any action plans to address gaps to the leadership team</li><li>Anticipates and interprets production needs to identify solutions</li><li>Accountable for meeting the operating budget and continuously reducing cost</li><li>Ensure members of the area have business acumen and understand how they may impact business finances</li><li>Provide leadership, cross-functional development, and technical expertise to operations, maintenance, and administrative personnel in the management of products as second level manager with first level (i.e., shop floor) managers and others as direct reports</li><li>Identify, prioritize, and champion projects to improve process efficiency, cycle time, and yield, reduce process variability, and eliminate waste in support of long-range operating plans &bull; Responsible for creating and sustaining a highly engaged workforce through utilization of our company's Leadership Behaviors and Inclusion</li><li>Provide coaching on professional development and career paths</li><li>Provide timely feedback and performance evaluations for direct reports after obtaining the relevant input and evaluation</li><li>Provide feedback and input on performance evaluations for indirect staff</li><li>Support the Talent Management process</li><li>Provides tactical and strategic area management, closely collaborating with indirect staff including quality, technology, and planning</li><li>Promotes behaviors and principles that drive continuous improvement and compliance consistent with our company standards, regulatory agency, and state and local code requirements for quality, current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), equal employment opportunity, finances, labor, employee, environment, and safety</li></ul>Minimum Education Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or another technical field</li></ul>Required Experience and Skills <ul><li>Minimum five (5) years' experience in two or more functional areas, such as Operations, Quality, Technical Operations, Technology, Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Supply Chain or in the military</li><li>Two years of managerial experience</li><li>Exceptional people skills with ability to navigate and resolve conflict through servant leadership behaviors</li><li>Technical and communication skills strong enough to present in a Regulatory audit</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously</li><li>Demonstrated drive, and ability to delegate/escalate appropriately Preferred Experience and Skills</li><li>Experience in running Operations Shop floor</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of High Performing Organization tools and methodology including lean processing</li></ul>Required Skills: Budget Management, Business Acumen, Business Administration, Business Management, Cycle Time Reduction, Decision Making, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Interpersonal Relationships, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement, Management Process, Manufacturing Quality Control, Operations Management, People Leadership, Process Improvements, Production Ramp Up, Production Scheduling, Shop Floor Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Technical Problem-Solving Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $126,500.00 - $199,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 01/12/2026 *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:R378828

Associate Director - Operations

Job Description This position will contribute to our Company's drug discovery and development efforts in the Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) Group within the Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism and Bioanalytics (PDMB) organization at our Research & Development Division in South San Francisco, CA. Candidate will primarily perform lab-based activities and be responsible for generating in vitro DMPK data to guide lead candidate optimization and development efforts. Candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with scientists across the network. They will leverage novel tools and emerging technology to evolve our approach. Embedded in our Company's network, this role will facilitate the seamless transfer of protocols and data across platforms to advance our scientific strategy. Successful candidate will impact projects across therapeutic areas through their passion for generating high-quality data. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong laboratory skills, including the ability to independently execute the bioanalysis of in vitro and in vivo samples, and possess the capacity to contribute to implementing automation to streamline workflows. Candidate must have demonstrated leadership and accountability for setting standards for excellence to deliver high-quality results within established timelines, ability to work in a team environment, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess an innovative mindset to participate in identification of problems and opportunities to deliver solutions. Qualifications: Education: <ul><li> Bachelor's degree (with 3 years) or Master's in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology or related science field with relevant laboratory experience </li></ul>Required Experience and Skills:<ul><li> Strong background in analytical chemistry and/or biochemistry </li><li> Hands-on experience with quantitative analysis using LC-MS or other analytical techniques </li><li> Handling of enzymes, tissue preparations and biological fluids/matrices </li><li> Experience with cell culture and the conduct of cell-based assays </li><li> Experience maintaining laboratory notebooks and conducting data-fitting using commercially available software packages such as Excel, Graphpad Prism, TIBCO Spotfire, etc. </li><li> Strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving, and collaborative attributes to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment </li><li> Autonomy, attention to detail, critical thinking, growth mindset </li></ul>Preferred Experience and Skills:<ul><li> Working knowledge of ADME-related assays, such as plasma protein binding, metabolic stability, reaction phenotyping, enzyme inhibition, metabolite identification, and associated analytical techniques </li><li> Familiarity with troubleshooting LC-MS instrumentation </li><li> Experience with robotics, assay automation, and operation of liquid handlers in support of high-throughput workflows </li><li> Experience working at a research-driven pharmaceutical company or contract research organization </li></ul> #EligibleforERP Required Skills: Analytical Chemistry, Assay, Biochemistry, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Cultures, Cell Culture Techniques, In Vitro Assays, Laboratory Documentation, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Pharmacokinetics, Small Molecules, Tissue Preparation Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $105,900.00 - $166,700.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 01/2/2026 *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:R378425

Scientist, Pharmacokinetics

Job Description Associate Principal Scientist - Continuous & Expression Technologies in Large Molecule Downstream Processing The Continuous & Expression Technologies (CET) Group within the Process Research & Development, Enabling Technologies department is seeking motivated and creative individuals. This is an opportunity to positively impact our company's manufacturing platforms, while actively supporting drug development in the biologics and vaccine arenas. Specifically, CET is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist specializing in bioprocessing purification technologies for multiple therapeutic classes - at our site in Rahway, NJ. Our Scientists are our Inventors. As a member of the CET Group, you will drive scientific innovation and critically evaluate opportunities to implement enabling technologies. We are seeking a collaborative, self-directed learner with a penchant for problem-solving and expertise in downstream bioprocessing to join the CET group. Our group is tasked with identifying, developing, and deploying continuous manufacturing tools aimed at improving production processes in our company's drug candidate pipeline. Knowledge of intensified unit operations such as multi-column chromatography, single-pass ultrafiltration and in-line diafiltration in addition to applied knowledge of hardware/software integration, process automation systems, and process analytical technologies (PAT) are valued skills within the group. Demonstrated expertise in process development, whether biologics, vaccines, or both, is particularly desirable. As an Associate Principal Scientist, you will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of our company's downstream processing for biologics. You will work with an immensely creative and collaborative team of scientists and engineers to design purification processes while developing technical strategies related to continuous processing and process intensification. As an experienced downstream scientist in the group, you will mentor and coach junior upstream scientists. The chosen candidate should also have excellent interpersonal communication and collaboration skills and exhibit strength in delivering results on firm deadlines. We actively publish and engage with the scientific community to influence the field. RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> As an impactful contributor, shape and realize innovation across biologics' pipeline, strategy, and science </li><li> Advance best science incorporation into pipeline by collaborating with cross-functional teams, from Research & Manufacturing, in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment </li><li> Lead development of robust and scalable technologies for downstream processes for biologics </li><li> Identify areas for downstream process innovation/intensification and expand our technologies toolbox to address challenges at different stages of development (clinical, process characterization and commercialization) </li><li> Contribute to strategic initiatives; partner with senior leaders to set overall project strategy, and guide teams towards its execution </li><li> Conceptualize, plan, and execute projects with effective organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills </li><li> Stay abreast of scientific and regulatory landscape; actively present (premier conferences), publish (peer-reviewed journals) and patent </li><li> Serve as Subject Matter Expert for intensified and/or continuous bioprocessing </li><li> Mentor and actively share expertise; guide career development; build strong, collaborative teams </li></ul> MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: <ul><li> Ph.D. with 3+ years, MS with 5+ years, or BS with 8+ years of industry experience and background in Chemical/Biochemical engineering, or a related field </li></ul> REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES <ul><li> Strong fundamental knowledge and subject matter expertise in downstream process development </li><li> Experience in continuous biomanufacturing and experimentation with integrated purification steps </li><li> Expertise in independently conducting and directing the design, execution, analysis, and documentation of all stages of downstream process development </li><li> Track record of accomplishments in downstream bioprocessing with a history of peer-reviewed publications and presentations </li><li> Adaptability and agility to prioritize and deliver complex objectives, often on tight timelines, in a rapidly changing environment </li><li> Experience and aptitude to lead, work, and collaborate in internal and external cross-functional, matrixed teams </li><li> Action-oriented, mindset for creativity; ability to take initiative, innovate, iterate, and problem-solve </li><li> Demonstrated commitment to coach and mentor staff to maximize talent development and utilization </li><li> Excellent interpersonal and communication skills </li></ul> PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: <ul><li> Excellent interpersonal and communication skills </li><li> Experience with purification steps integrated with process-analytical technologies </li><li> High-throughput experimentation, automation, and process control </li><li> Experience with single-pass ultrafiltration and in-line diafiltration </li><li> Experience with high throughput experimentation using automation platforms such as TECAN </li><li> Experience using and/or programming process control systems such as DeltaV or PCS 7 </li><li> Experience with multi-column chromatography systems (BioSMB, PCC, or similar) </li><li> Experience with statistical data analysis tools and design of experiments (JMP, Design Expert) </li><li> Experience with multivariate data analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence </li><li> Experience with process modeling packages such as BioSolve Process, gPROMS, SuperPro Designer, or similar </li></ul> #ET #PRD #eligibleforERP To learn more about the PRD team, click: Join Our Process Research & Development Team . Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Biomanufacturing, Career Development, Cell Line Development, Column Chromatography, Continuous Deployment, Detail-Oriented, Downstream Process Development, Drug Delivery Technology, Drug Development, Expression Vectors, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, Leading Project Teams, Machine Learning (ML), Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Formulations, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Physical Characterization, Process Automations, Project Prioritization, Software Integration {+ 4 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/16/2026 *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:R378849

Associate Principal Scientist,  Continuous & Expression Technologies (Downstream) - Onsite

Job Description Position Overview - Essential Functions Essential Functions include, but are not limited to: Reporting to the Associate Director of PTO Engineering, the Senior Process/Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical support of our Manufacturing Division-Wilson packaging and medical device assembly lines. Responsible for specifying, purchasing, installing, and qualifying new packaging and device assembly equipment. Also responsible for packaging and device assembly equipment performance, support, and troubleshooting for products packaged at our Manufacturing Division-Wilson. Works closely with Wilson and above-site departments for the transfer of new products and processes from our Research & Development Division or other Manufacturing Division sites to our Manufacturing Division -Wilson. The basic function of this position is to, independently or as part of a project team, plan, design and implement technical projects related to packaging and medical device equipment/processes. Work requires a strong technical background and project management skills, as well as working knowledge of our company's methods, standards, procedure, and practices. Experience in equipment installation and qualification for complex systems. This position requires the engineer to be the technical subject matter expert for the assigned packaging lines and to make recommendations for decisions associated with these lines and their associated products. Utilizes strong communication skills to lead project sub teams or be a key contributor on site and above-site sub teams. Leads implementation of new technology and new applications of existing technology. The Senior Process/Project Engineer is expected to collect and interpret information, to develop solutions and to make decisions with high liability to projects of varying scopes. Expertise in qualification and process validation practices for complex systems is essential to success in this role. Very minimal supervision, guidance, and direction are employed by the Associate Director; however, periodic checks and reports are required to review soundness of technical judgment and the status/schedule of the effort. The Senior Process/Project Engineer will also provide leadership and training to others. Primary Activities Primary Activities include, but are not limited to: <ul><li> Responsible for the scale-up and technology transfer of pilot processes to production scale for our Manufacturing site at Wilson. This includes support for equipment design, equipment qualification, process demonstration, process performance qualification, and process validation. </li><li> Responsible for managing capital and expense projects for installation and qualification of new packaging and medical device assembly equipment and modifications/optimizations to existing equipment. </li><li> Provides technical assistance to packaging operations in the resolution of packaging and device assembly equipment problems for in-line products. This involves leading root cause analysis investigations for equipment-related quality events. </li><li> Provides written scientific justification for proposed changes by conducting literature search, designing and executing experiments, analytically reviewing current and past data, and demonstrating the impact of process changes on product quality, production efficiency, or productivity. </li><li> Provides technical assistance for quality and regulatory activities including site inspections, preparation of technical documents for NDA supplements, FDA observation, and environmental process issues. </li><li> Responsible for the accuracy of Packaging Process Descriptions. This requires a thorough knowledge of the packaging operations, the hazards involved, and the in-process controls necessary to obtain reproducible results. </li><li> Responsible for completing all process engineering/process development activities with the highest regard for all of our Company Divisional policies and Wilson site procedure for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. </li><li> Review literature pertaining to pharmaceutical packaging in order to introduce new profitable/productivity ideas into the packaging operation. </li><li> Provides technical support in critically evaluating quality standard specifications and methods for raw materials and intermediate and final products. </li><li> Provide technical support for the design, machinability evaluation, process performance qualification and qualification of new or modified packaging components and Medical Device and Combination products. </li><li> Technical support for the scale-up and technology transfer of pilot processes to production scale for our Manufacturing Division -Wilson. This includes support for equipment design, equipment qualification, process demonstration, process performance qualification, and process validation. </li><li> Responsible for authoring process change controls and completing tasks to implement packaging and device assembly equipment/process changes. </li><li> Provides technical assistance for quality and regulatory activities including site inspections and preparation of technical documents for FDA observation. </li></ul>Education / Skill Requirements Education Minimum Requirement: <ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field</li></ul> Required <ul><li> Minimum of 5 years relevant industrial experience </li><li> Experience working in a GMP Pharmaceutical Environment. </li><li> Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills. </li><li> Excellent analytical ability. </li><li> Proven communication skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. </li><li> The ability to work under limited supervision. </li><li> Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot/resolve equipment issues. </li></ul> Preferred <ul><li> Experience in pharmaceutical industry. </li><li> Experience in Medical Devices and Combination products. </li><li> Project management skills </li><li> Experience in equipment qualification activities. </li><li> Experience in the use of Lean Six Sigma tools. </li></ul>Reporting Relationships: Solid line report to: Associate Director Engineering Dotted line report to: N/A Position(s) reporting to this position: N/A Required Skills: Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Testing, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Deviation Management, Equipment Qualification, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Mechanical Troubleshooting, Medical Device Management, Medical Devices, Packaging Processes, Pharmaceutical Management, Pharmaceutical Packaging, Process Design, Process Engineering, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Process Optimization, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Strategic Thinking, Technical Leadership, Technical Problem-Solving {+ 1 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $114,700.00 - $180,500.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/9/2026 *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:R378861

Senior Specialist, Engineering

Job Description Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a Safety First, Quality Always" mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. The Specialist, Manufacturing Automation, is a member of the Focus Factory Automation team responsible for the assigned process control systems in support of manufacturing operations at our Manufacturing Division Vaccine Manufacturing Facility located in Durham, NC. Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Understands and supports all GMPs, safety, and environmental regulations | Periodically reviews automation documents, preventive maintenance, and SOPs to</li><li>ensure compliance with GMP and safety.</li><li>Develops and supports corrective actions associated with automation related deviations/investigations.</li><li>Communicates periodically with immediate supervisor about status of area of responsibility.</li><li>Evaluates automated and information technology systems and develops strategies to optimize and ensure quality and stability of automation systems through future expansion, replacement, or upgrade.</li><li>Uses technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of variety of automated processing and information technology systems. Leads in installing and placing new equipment into operations | Develops solutions for automation problems | Oversees investigations of automation anomalies to prevent recurrence.</li><li>Participates in audits and training programs in the area of responsibility.</li><li>On-floor support of manufacturing activities</li><li>Identify and implement process/equipment improvements and manufacturing efficiencies.</li><li>Maintain Technical Documentation</li><li>Will provide off shift support as needed, to support 24/7 production operations.</li></ul>Education Minimum Requirement<ul><li>High School Diploma</li></ul>Required Experience and Skills<ul><li>Minimum 2 years in process automation or computer systems validation</li><li>Robust problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving</li><li>Previous experience in a GMP manufacturing related role</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills in English</li><li>Demonstrated project management capability</li><li>Experience troubleshooting automated process systems</li></ul>Preferred Experience and Skills<ul><li>Bachelors degree in engineering, computer science, or related field</li><li>Experience in PLCs, SCADA, DCSs, and OEM.</li></ul>#MSJR Required Skills: Automation, GMP Compliance, Manufacturing Processes, Problem Management, Process Automations, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Systems Troubleshooting Preferred Skills: Automation Systems, Control System, Manufacturing Automation Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $85,600.00 - $134,800.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/16/2026 *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:R377936

Spclst , Manufacturing Automation

Job Description Translational Biomarkers (TB) develops and validates clinical biomarkers to support decision making across the development lifecycle for all therapeutic areas at our Company's Research laboratories. We are seeking a highly-motivated Principal Scientist to serve as an Immunology Biomarker Lead who will partner across functions to design and deliver biomarker strategies that connect drug mechanism, patient biology, and clinical endpoints across immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases. The role requires a scientist who leads through scientific expertise, decision-focused logic, and collaboration, building alignment among teams on biomarker hypotheses, plans, and readouts tied to development decisions in a fast-moving matrixed environment. The individual will have the following responsibilities:<ul><li>Shape and align biomarker strategies for early and late-stage clinical programs, emphasizing clear hypotheses, fit-for-purpose readouts, and decision-linked plans.</li><li>Lead biomarker sub-teams within cross-functional development program teams and provide functional area point of view in governance interactions.</li><li>Build alignment across stakeholders with diverse technical backgrounds, priorities, and perspectives to converge on pragmatic biomarker choices and tradeoffs as needed.</li><li>Partner with subject matter experts to translate disease biology and drug mechanism into clinical stage biomarker plans that address key program questions and integrate diverse technical perspectives.</li><li>Facilitate fit-for-purpose selection of innovative biomarker technologies and methodologies (e.g., immune profiling, omics, digital pathology) grounded in disease pathophysiology and aligned with therapeutic mechanism of action.</li><li>Contribute to analysis planning and interpretation to ensure biomarker conclusions are scientifically rigorous, clinically meaningful, and clearly communicated, both internally and externally.</li></ul>Position Qualifications: Education Minimum Requirement:<ul><li>PhD (or MD/PhD) in a life sciences discipline (Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Pathology, Cell Biology, Translational Medicine, Pharmacology, Genetics/Genomics, Bioengineering, or STEM related field).</li><li>MS or BS considered with equivalent experience.</li></ul>Required Experience and Skills:<ul><li>PhD (or MD/PhD) 7+ years OR MS and 10+ years OR BS and 12+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, specifically in translational or biomarker sciences.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in highly matrixed environments driving outcomes without formal authority through scientific credibility, relationship-building, and strategic stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Strong knowledge of immune-mediated and inflammatory disease biology and clinical development, spanning at least one of the following areas: gastrointestinal/mucosal inflammation, rheumatology, dermatology.</li><li>Demonstrated experience applying biomarkers to assess drug activity and patient response to inform therapeutic decision making.</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize ambiguity into clear options and recommendations as needed.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience with fluid- and tissue-linked biomarker readouts and connecting them to clinical endpoints.</li><li>Working knowledge of biomarker platforms and multi-modal data integration (e.g., immunoassays, flow/immune profiling, NGS, omics) with effective partnership across data sciences, bioinformatics, and biostatistics.</li><li>Experience advancing precision medicine concepts and diagnostic considerations into clinical biomarker plans is advantageous.</li><li>External scientific engagement, including KOL collaborations, publications, presentations, and/or scientific consortia participation.</li></ul>#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Accountability, Bioinformatics, Biomarker Assay Development, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biostatistics, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Physiology, Clinical Immunology, Clinical Judgment, Communication, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Data Analysis, Dermatology, Exercises Judgment, Experimentation, Immunoassays, Immunogenicity Assays, Immunology, Innovation Program, Mentoring Staff, Research Proposal Development, Research Techniques, Rheumatology, Scientific Writing, Stakeholder Engagement Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $172,700.00 - $271,900.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/a Job Posting End Date: 01/16/2026 *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:R378654

Principal Scientist, Immunology Biomarker Lead, Translational Medicine

Job Description Associate Director, Site Services Procurement Category Lead Job Description We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled global category manager to join our Site Services Procurement team as an Associate Director. Scope managed by the Site Services Procurement team include the Integrated Facility Management (IFM) Program, all facility related services not under the IFM program, facility and infrastructure small projects, the MRO Integrator Program (spare parts used in maintenance and operation activities and stores management), production equipment maintenance and repair services, real estate services, various commodities such as industrial gases, furniture, waste management and environmental services. In this role, you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies and initiatives, and the relationship and performance management of strategic suppliers. You will work closely with our Company Manufacturing Division, Global Workplace & Enterprise Services (GWES) Organization, Global Capital and Direct Materials Procurement Organization. Your expertise will drive cost efficiencies, mitigate risks, and foster innovation through strategic sourcing and supplier management. You will be member of a collaborative, international team dedicated to ensuring the effective acquisition of critical site services that support our company's mission to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines worldwide. If you thrive in a complex, global setting, fast paced environment and are passionate about making a meaningful impact through strategic procurement, this is the role for you. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Develop and execute category strategies for commodities in Site Services including but not limited to industrial gases, facility and infrastructure small projects, facility related services, waste management and environmental services at global level as well as at regional and local level, primarily in US and Ireland where Our Company has its largest manufacturing footprint.</li><li>Lead cross functional teams through the Sourcing Management Process at global level as well as at regional and local level. Drive competitive sourcing events (RFQs, RFIs, RFPs), and support vendor selection, commercial negotiation and contracting.</li><li>Support and implement Supplier Relationship Management with key suppliers to maximize supplier performance, ensure contract compliance and delivery of contractual commitments.</li><li>Drive cost savings and value generation, tier 1 and tier 2 supplier diversity and scope 3 emissions reduction through strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management.</li></ul>Required education, experience and skills:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, supply chain management, engineering or related field.</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of working experience in procurement, supply chain, engineering or manufacturing.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of relevant procurement experience, with experience in site services categories (as listed above) and experience as a category lead across multiple sites.</li><li>Proven track record of developing and implementing category strategies that deliver cost savings and operational improvements.</li><li>Proven track record of managing supplier relationships and supplier governance across multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Project Management skills and experience, with proven track record of leading sourcing initiatives, from initiation to successful implementation.</li><li>Effective communication skills to clearly convey ideas and collaborate across global teams.</li><li>Ability to build strong relationships and network with all different chains of command in the organization.</li><li>Ability to lead transformational initiatives and influence cross-functional teams to adopt new ways of working</li><li>Autonomy and ability to work self-directed.</li><li>Willingness to find answers to problems and challenges on their own, and through connectivity with internal and external collaborative outlets.</li><li>Comfortable working within international, remote teams.</li><li>Proficient in English (written and spoken).</li></ul> Preferred education, experience and skills: <ul><li>MBA or advanced degree.</li><li>Experience working within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.</li></ul>#eligableforerp VETJOBS Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $126,500.00 - $199,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/12/2026 *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:R378136

Assoc Dir, Site Services Procurement Category Lead

Job Description The Associate Director, Automation within Global Clinical Supply (GCS) is responsible for developing and executing a systems and process automation strategy to support new and existing operations and supply technologies, capabilities, and performance monitoring. This role will partner regularly with Technical Operations and Capital Projects to ensure the compliant execution of automation-related aspects of our projects. This role will also lead the execution of projects within Technical Operations and upskill personnel on the basics of automation. Specifically, this role will: <ul><li>Lead startup of systems-related aspects of new operational facilities and equipment</li><li>Lead system-related aspects of new technology deployment such as system development lifecycle (SDLC), assessments of data integrity, privacy, risk, and other aspects necessary for GxP use</li><li>Implement automation solutions, including both platform technologies and associated analytics, reporting, and visualization capabilities</li><li>Develop and complete appropriate system validation, Change Control and testing documentation, ensuring compliance with all requirements.</li><li>Support of systems upgrades/maintenance, and new software/systems install</li><li>Reviewing automation documents, preventive maintenance, and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice and safety.</li><li>Partner with business areas to develop processes to enable use of technology & equipment</li><li>Developing and supporting corrective actions for investigations related to automation or IT systems.</li><li>Conduct or support automation system-related investigations and implement necessary CAPAs.</li></ul> Position Qualifications: Education Minimum Requirement: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in information technology, Engineering, Scientific, or related field</li></ul> Required Experience and Skills: <ul><li>At least 7 years of experience in an information technology and/or operations role within the pharmaceutical industry</li><li>Experience with pharmaceutical facility and equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV)</li><li>Development and execution of equipment and facility automation-related CQV strategies.</li><li>Strong compliance mindset and understanding of cGMP, including FDA and EMEA</li><li>Works effectively across boundaries to build strong collaborative relations with other groups</li><li>Direct support of validation activities and compliance-related requirements functions.</li><li>Willing to constructively challenge the status quo and explore continuous improvement opportunities</li><li>Strong abilities in Stakeholder Management and building and strengthening cross-functional networks</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li></ul> Preferred Experience and Skills: <ul><li>Experience with Operational Excellence methodology e.g. Six Sigma and Lean methods principles and tools</li><li>Leadership of cross-functional teams through project planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout phases to deliver successful completion to project target milestone dates</li><li>Experience with SAP or other production software</li><li>Networking, Virtual Machines, Database management and other general OT & IT administration.</li></ul>#eligibleforERP #PSCS #GCScareer Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Applied Engineering, Automation, Change Management, Combination Products, Communication, Compliance Packaging, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Detail-Oriented, Deviation Management, Engineering Standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), IT Operation, Leadership, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Mentorship, Operational Excellence, Packaging Engineering, Performance Monitoring, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Preventive Maintenance, Process Optimization, Production Standards, Risk Management {+ 4 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $126,500.00 - $199,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 01/9/2026 *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:R378440

Associate Director, Technical Operations Automation (Hybrid)

Job Description In BARDS (Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences), a distinguished department within our company's renowned Research and Development division, quantitative scientists, in partnership with other subject matter experts, apply state-of-the art scientific methodologies and tools to enable the discovery, development, regulatory approval, manufacturing, and marketing of medical drugs and vaccines for the benefit of patients and global human health. Responsibilities : This position supports statistical programming activities for Early Oncology clinical development projects, Aggregated Safety Analysis and Secondary Publication. This may include leadership of one or more projects. Accountability predominantly includes the development and execution of statistical analysis and reporting deliverables (e.g., safety and efficacy analysis datasets, tables, listings, figures) for early oncology studies. The incumbent is responsible for the design and maintenance of statistical datasets that support multiple stakeholder groups which include clinical development, and safety evaluation. The position is a key collaborator with statistics and other project stakeholders in ensuring that project plans are executed efficiently with timely and high-quality deliverables. Primary Activities : <ul><li> Effective analysis and report programming development and validation, utilizing global and therapeutic area (TA) standards and following departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good programming practice. </li><li> Maintain and manage a project plan including resource forecasting. </li><li> Coordinate the activities of a global programming team that includes outsourced provider staff. </li><li> Membership on departmental strategic initiative teams </li></ul> Education and Minimum Requirement : <ul><li> BA/BS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related field plus 5-9 years SAS/R programming experience in a clinical trial environment </li><li> MS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related field plus 3-7 years SAS/R programming experience in a clinical trial environment </li></ul> Department Required Skills and Experience: <ul><li> Effective interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively </li><li> Effective written, oral, and presentation skills </li><li> Effective knowledge and experience in developing analysis and reporting deliverables for R&D projects (data, analyses, tables, graphics, listings) </li><li> A project leader; completes tasks independently at a project level; ability to collaborate with key stakeholders </li></ul> Position Specific Required Skills and Experience: <ul><li> Significant expertise in SAS and clinical trial programming including data steps, procedures, SAS/MACRO, SAS/GRAPH; systems and database expertise </li><li> Designs and develops complex programming algorithms </li><li> Ability to comprehend analysis plans which may describe the methodology to be programmed; an understanding of statistical terminology and concepts </li><li> Familiarity with clinical data management concepts </li><li> Experience in CDISC and ADaM standards </li><li> Experience ensuring process compliance and deliverable quality </li><li> Strategic thinking - ability to turn strategy into tactical activities; design of statistical databases with the end in mind that optimize analysis and reporting and leverage departmental standards and industry best-practices </li><li> Ability to anticipate stakeholder requirements </li></ul> Preferred Skills and Experience: <ul><li> Demonstrated success in the assurance of deliverable quality and process compliance. Strong working knowledge of reporting processes (SOPs) and software development life-cycle (SDLC) </li><li> Oncology clinical trial programming experience is preferred. </li><li> AI/Machine learning experience and knowledge is preferred. </li><li> Experience assuring programming consistency across protocols and projects, directing the program development effort of other programmers; experience as a programming mentor </li><li> Ability and interest to work across cultures and geographies </li><li> Ability to complete statistical programming deliverables through the use of global outsource partner programming staff </li><li> Experience developing and managing a project plan using Microsoft Project or similar package </li><li> Active in professional societies </li><li> Experience in process improvement </li></ul>eligibleforERP SPjobs BARDS2020 VETJOBS EBRG Required Skills: Accountability, Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Computer Science, Data Management, Data Modeling, Innovation, Microsoft Project, Numerical Analysis, Project Leadership, Project Management, Project Planning, Resource Forecasting, R Programming, SAS Language, Software Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management Preferred Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Oncology Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. 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 U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as remote". The salary range for this role is $114,700.00 - $180,500.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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. 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 . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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 Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 01/5/2026 *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:R378645

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