Sr. Scientist, Analytical R&D
Merck
August 20, 2026
On-site
West Point, PA
Clinical Research and Development
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a subject matter expert supporting molecular biology and live virus vaccine potency methods.
- Optimize, test, and troubleshoot inline and pipeline molecular biology- and cell-based methods for vaccines and biologics.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality results for multiple products.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Experience in analytical development and validation.
- Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrated record managing individual projects and learning new techniques.
- Strong technical, communication (oral/written), interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture/cell-based assays and/or vaccine research, including at least one: viral infectivity assays (plaque/TCID50/others), cell culture, quantitative PCR, assays for detection of adventitious agents.
Minimum Education/Experience:
- BS/BA in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related sciences + 3+ years method development and GMP.
- MS/MA + 2+ years method development and GMP.
Preferred:
- Experience with regulatory document preparation.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement/Lean Six Sigma.
- Project management experience.
Required/Relevant Skills:
Analytical method development/testing, cell-based assays, mammalian cell culture, data analysis, GMP documentation/environments, assay development.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, retirement (401k), paid holidays/vacation, and sick/compassionate days.
Application Instructions:
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Application deadline is listed on the posting.
- Serve as a subject matter expert supporting molecular biology and live virus vaccine potency methods.
- Optimize, test, and troubleshoot inline and pipeline molecular biology- and cell-based methods for vaccines and biologics.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality results for multiple products.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Experience in analytical development and validation.
- Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrated record managing individual projects and learning new techniques.
- Strong technical, communication (oral/written), interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture/cell-based assays and/or vaccine research, including at least one: viral infectivity assays (plaque/TCID50/others), cell culture, quantitative PCR, assays for detection of adventitious agents.
Minimum Education/Experience:
- BS/BA in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related sciences + 3+ years method development and GMP.
- MS/MA + 2+ years method development and GMP.
Preferred:
- Experience with regulatory document preparation.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement/Lean Six Sigma.
- Project management experience.
Required/Relevant Skills:
Analytical method development/testing, cell-based assays, mammalian cell culture, data analysis, GMP documentation/environments, assay development.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, retirement (401k), paid holidays/vacation, and sick/compassionate days.
Application Instructions:
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Application deadline is listed on the posting.