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Merck & Co, Inc
Senior Methods Specialist, Research & Development
Job Description
New hires based in the US & Puerto Rico will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or qualify for a medical or religious exemption or accommodation to this vaccination requirement, subject to applicable law.
The primary goal of our company's AH 3R (Reduce, Refine, Replace) program is to reduce the use of animals in Quality Control (QC) testing by replacing animal models with state-of-the-art in vitro techniques.
The global BTS (Bio-Analytical Technical Support) 3R team, which is tasked with the development of alternative in vitro assays, is looking for a Senior Methods Specialist to strengthen the team.
The Senior Methods Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of new analytical in vitro tests. Responsibilities include the identification and selection of relevant epitopes on viral and/or bacterial antigens, generation and selection of specific biomaterials (e.g. monoclonal antibodies) and the development of suitable methods to break interactions of the antigen with other antigens or adjuvants (antigen recovery). Other responsibilities include validation, transfer and implementation of the new in vitro assays to QC department(s), as well as ensuring regulatory acceptance of the generated data. In addition to hands-on lab experimentation, the position will require close interaction with a multidisciplinary project team.
This role is recognized as a technical expert, readily conducts complex experimentation, and comprehends the under-lying scientific principles behind applicable scientific methods and projects.
Position Responsibilities
Development, troubleshooting and validation of novel in vitro assays
Conducts subject related literature searches
Initiates, conducts, and reports experiments using new ideas and/or approaches described in the literature
Interacts closely with fellow scientists within their own and other departments. If required, initiates contacts with external collaboration partners in consultation with the direct manager
Publishes and presents technical papers to internal and external audiences, (co-) author of scientific publications
Chairs or participates in cross-functional project teams (including R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Ops, statisticians, etc.)
Routine partnership with peer scientists, Regulatory Affairs (RA), Quality Control (QC), Research & Development (R&D) and other colleagues as appropriate
Periodically reviews and preparation of in vitro test data for statistical analysis
Supports local, regional, and global program initiatives
Involved in authoring and review of development and validation reports
Prepares training plans and supervises the training of new employees
Education
At least a Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related areas of study
Required
A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) | Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) settings
Prior bench level laboratory experience
Expanded knowledge in at least one biological area; experience in other biological areas
Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc.) with effective communication and writing skills
Preferred
Development of bioassays
Experience conducting biological assays (ELISA, Luminex, HPLC, Virus Titration, Bacterial Plate Count, PCR, and Toxin-Neutralization Testing)
scientific knowledge of virological and bacterial antigen assays
Managing critical reagent inventories
Preparing and interpreting basis statistical reports
Preparing reports for regulatory authorities
Capable of adapting to change and quickly learning new skills and concepts
Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is dedicated to being the most trusted supplier of bio-pharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create a reliable global manufacturing network that’s devoted to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.
Who we are …
We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.
What we look for …
Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.
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