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Scientist, Engineering

Job in West Point, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19486, USA
Listing for: Merck
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-28
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Biotech Research, Research Scientist, Pharmaceutical Science/ Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 87300 USD Yearly USD 87300.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: West Point

Job Title

Scientist, Cell Culture Sciences, Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization

Location

West Point (PA) (primary)

Job Description

We are seeking an eager and adaptable scientist with the willingness to grow within cell culture development & commercialization to support our ever‑growing and dynamic late‑stage biologics pipeline within the expansive Biologics S&T portfolio.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As a Scientist in Biologics Cell Culture Commercialization, you’ll be at the forefront of scientific advancement, building technical experience through cross‑functional partnerships with key business units and customers.

Your participation will be instrumental in supporting DS commercialization, process characterization, control strategy development, tech transfer to internal and external manufacturing sites, process validation, second‑generation process development, and health authority licensure.

You’ll support the transformation of our late‑stage pipeline into reality, bringing lifesaving medicines to patients worldwide.

Global Impact

Collaborate with colleagues across the US to elevate standards in biologics commercialization and manufacturing. Your contribution will shape the future of biologics on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lab Operations (Primary Focus):
    Execute and support lab‑scale mammalian cell culture runs, including bioreactor setup, operation, monitoring, sampling, and troubleshooting. Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of lab activities.
  • Technical Strategy:
    Support cell culture process development, process characterization, and regulatory filing activities to ensure a smooth path to successful PPQs and BLAs for the company’s pipeline.
  • Technical Knowledge:
    Fundamental knowledge of mammalian cell culture processing of biologics (large‑molecule products).
  • Cross‑Functional

    Collaboration:

    Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve program goals as One Team.
  • Problem Solving:
    Troubleshoot equipment and cell‑culture anomalies.
  • Communication:
    Foster collaboration and ensure transparency. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Innovation:
    Support business improvement initiatives.
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biological Engineering, or a comparable discipline with 2+ years of experience.
What You Bring
  • Experience in mammalian cell culture operations: aseptic handling, bioreactor operations, media preparation.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ethical, resilient, and committed to excellence.
Required Skills
  • Biodesign, Biological Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biomanufacturing, Cell Cultures, Cell Culture Techniques, Cell Physiology, Chemical Engineering, Clinical Manufacturing, Collaborative Communications, Commercialization, Data Analysis, Detail‑Oriented, Downstream Process Development, Experimentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Maintenance Supervision, Mammalian Cell, Mammalian Cell Culture, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Process Validation, Product Formulation, Technical Writing.
Benefits

Salary range: $87,300.00 – $. Eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, healthcare and other insurance benefits for employees and families, retirement benefits including a 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Restrictions

US and Puerto Rico residents only. San Francisco residents: we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles residents: we consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job Posting End Date

06/30/2026

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