Senior Scientist - Vaccines, Analytical Research and Development

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany - West Point, PA

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - West Point, PA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Scientist role in the Vaccine Analytical Research and Development team is a laboratory-based position focused on solving complex analytical problems related to vaccine development. The position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to develop advanced analytical techniques and support various aspects of vaccine formulation and process development.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex analytical problems at the interface of biology, chemistry, and lab informatics.
• Develop state-of-the-art analytical techniques for small molecules, polymers, proteins, conjugates, and nanoparticles.
• Conduct virology and classical wet chemistry techniques.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists to facilitate vaccine development.
• Lead small groups of technical personnel and analytical projects.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, or related field; or M.S. with 4 years of experience; or B.S. with 8 years of experience in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical Industry.
• In-depth knowledge of separation science (HPLC, CE, LC-MS, SDS-PAGE, & WB) demonstrated by publications.
• Extensive experience with UPLC/HPLC analysis of biologics or vaccines and CE techniques.
• Strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with qualification, validation, and transfer of assays to a GLP or regulated laboratory environment.
• Experience in representing analytical functional area on project teams.
• Authoring and reviewing internal technical reports and sections of regulatory filings.

Benefits

• Work-life balance with flexible arrangements where feasible.