As an Associate Scientist, you will work with a highly collaborative team of scientists and engineers to design, develop and execute robust processes in support of early- to late-stage biological products. You will apply rigorous scientific principles to solve challenging problems focused on developing the best processes to deliver life-changing medicines to patients worldwide. You will also have an opportunity to contribute to additional areas of interest such as biophysical, process, economic and/or multivariate modeling as we are committed to leveraging digital ways of working to enhance our ability to design robust processes.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
Contribute to the development of innovative and disruptive technologies for next-generation biologic manufacturing processes
Develop and characterize robust clinical processes capable of delivering multi-kilogram quantities of drug substance
Independently design and conduct experiments for individual unit operations using relevant operational parameters and analytical inputs
Integrate unit operations both physically and with relevant process control and monitoring platforms for concurrent operations
Collaborate across BPR&D, process analytics, and other functional teams in both R&D and manufacturing to advance the biologics pipeline
Conduct laboratory-scale and/or pilot-scale studies to support scale-up and tech transfer of processes
Contribute to a safe and compliant laboratory work environment
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
BS degree (or expected completion by June 2027) in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Structural biology, or related fields
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Scientific understanding of the engineering principles for recombinant protein production unit operations.
Knowledge with aseptic technique, protein biophysical properties, and general protein laboratory practices
Strong passion and commitment to integrate science and innovation into biologics’ process development
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Experience with molecular biology, protein expression, mammalian cell culture, protein purification, biochemical engineering, or protein analytical technologies
Knowledge of statistical data analysis tools such as the design of experiments and multivariate data analysis
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Required Skills
Bioprocesses, Business Process Documentation, Centrifugation, Chromatographic Techniques, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis, Downstream Process Development, Evaluating New Technologies, Experimentation, Innovation, Membrane Filtration Systems, Process Scale Up, Protein Biochemistry, Protein Purifications, Technology Transfer
Preferred Skills
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- The salary range for this role is
- $71,900.00 - $113,200.00
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.
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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
- 11/25/2026
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