Senior Scientist

Merck & Co., a global biopharmaceutical leader, is seeking a Senior Scientist for its Vaccine Analytical Research & Development department at its West Point, Pennsylvania research facility. The role will focus on developing state-of-the-art analytical techniques and providing in-depth expertise in separation science to support vaccine adjuvant development.

• Solve complex analytical problems at the interface of biology, chemistry, and lab informatics.
• Develop and validate separation techniques (HPLC, CE, SEC, LC-MS) for small molecules, polymers, proteins, and conjugates.
• Apply spectroscopic techniques (UV-VIS, IR, fluorescence) for molecular structure characterization.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in process development, formulation development, and vaccine investigations.
• Document and publish scientific findings, assist in the preparation of regulatory filings (IND, BLA).

• Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, or related field.
• M.S. with at least 4 years of experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical Industry.
• B.S. with at least 7 years of experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical Industry.

• Strong knowledge of separation science (HPLC, CE, LC-MS) demonstrated by publications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Experience with qualification, validation, and transfer of assays to a GLP or regulated laboratory environment under ICH Q2 and USP.
• Experience representing analytical functional area on project teams and authoring internal technical reports and regulatory filings.
• Ability to meet aggressive timelines in a rapidly changing environment.

• Experience with release, characterization, and stability assay development for clinical trial material.
• Strong scientific leadership and publication record.
• Experience in vaccine adjuvant development.

Salary range: $ - $. Eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentive, subject to company policy.

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