Associate Scientist Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization Analytics Lab Lead
Merck
September 29, 2026
Full-time
On-site
West Point, PA
Operations
Role: Lead Process Analytics for biologics drug substance commercialization, overseeing analytical assay development, troubleshooting, and laboratory operations in a late-stage biologics pipeline. Responsibilities: manage a team of analysts, oversee non-GMP testing, establish new assays and molecules, improve system reliability, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and optimize lab efficiency through cross-functional collaboration. Requirements: B.S. in Analytical Sciences, Chemistry, or related field; experience in HPLC/UPLC, data analysis software (Empower, Power BI, Spotfire); strong leadership, communication, and project management skills; 3+ years in biopharma analytical lab settings. HighValue: biologics, therapeutic proteins, late-stage development, process analytics, non-GMP assay development, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, 10% travel. WorkSetup: on-site with some travel, no remote option specified.