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West Point, PA, USA
Posted by: Matthew Masterson
13 Aug
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12 Oct EXPIRED

Associate Scientist, Bio & Vacc Formulation

West Point, PA, USA
Job Description

Requisition ID: BIO005197

Merck & Co., Inc. Kenilworth, N.J., U.S.A. known as Merck in the United States and Canada, is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where Merck has codified its legacy for over a century. Merck’s success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.


Merck is on a quest for cures and is committed to being the world’s premier, most research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. Today, we’re doubling down on this goal. Merck Research Laboratories is a true scientific research facility of tomorrow, and will take Merck’s leading discovery capabilities and world-class small molecule and biologics R&D expertise to create breakthrough science that radically changes the way we approach serious diseases. 

 

We are seeking a B.S. level scientist to join our Vaccine Analytical Development team located in West Point, PA as a Scientist. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team applying state of the art separation methods to facilitate vaccine development. The responsibilities include accurately performing existing biochemical assays (HPLC, CE, and SDS - PAGE methods) independently, troubleshooting technical issues, participating in routine lab maintenance activities, maintaining accurate records, and timely communicating results to customers. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively in the multidisciplinary team environment and provide technical input to enable team decisions. Lastly the individual will be expected author development report, analytical method protocols, qualification protocols, and technically review data. 

Job ID Reference
1242
Desired Skills & Experience

Qualifications

 

Education Minimum Requirement: 

  • B.S. Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry 

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Experience with different types of UPLC / HPLC separations (SEC, IEX, HIC, RP, HILIC) 
  • Demonstrated ability to trouble - shoot technical issues with LC systems
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Familiar with ICH guideline of analytical procedure validation

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Experience with biological molecules or conjugate vaccines
  • Capable of multi - tasking 
  • Knowledge of GMP requirement and experience working in a regulated laboratory environment
  • Capable of performing assay qualification and robustness evaluation with supervision
  • Motivation to learn new skills, willingness to take on new challenges, and scientific curiosity
  • Solid computer skills, experienced with automated laboratory instrumentation, and independent analytical problem solving capabilities

Your role at Merck is integral to helping the world meet new breakthroughs that affect generations to come, and we’re counting on your skills and inventiveness to help make meaningful contributions to global medical advancement. At Merck, we’re inventing for life. 

 

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request tostaffingaadar@merck.com.

  

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Job: Biologics, Vaccines, Analytical Formulat
Other Locations: 
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: No
Number of Openings: 1
Shift (if applicable): N/A
Hazardous Materials: BSL2 virus
Company Trade Name: Merck

Company
  West Point, PA, USA
  Workplace
 West Point, PA, USA