Merck
Associate Pharmaceutical Commercialization Scientist (Engineer)
Merck, West Point, Pennsylvania, us, 19486
Associate Pharmaceutical Commercialization Scientist (Engineer)
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Merck . The Pharmaceutical Commercialization Technology (PCT) department is seeking an entry-level engineer based in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ. The group sits within the Manufacturing Division and is responsible for pharmaceutical process development and supply for small molecule solid dosage drug products, delivering new and novel medicines to patients worldwide. PCT leads process and technology development as products enter Phase IIb through regulatory filings and process validation and supports supply for several years beyond commercial launch. Products are commercialized at a network of internal manufacturing sites, located in Ireland and Singapore, as well as contract manufacturing organizations around the world. Coupled with development centers in Rahway, NJ and West Point, PA, these sites are the foundation for our extensive small molecule solid dosage capabilities. Key Responsibilities
Plan, conduct, and interpret pharmaceutical process development studies with manager and team support, such as scale up, technology transfer, design space development, clinical and stability batch manufacture, and process validation. Apply problem-solving skills and aspects of Quality by Design, including risk-based approaches to development, design of experiments, and process modeling. Author technical documents, such as experimental protocols and reports in support of regulatory filings. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and effective collaboration within teams. Evaluate new and innovative technologies and equipment, perform physical testing and data analysis, and comply with applicable safety and current good manufacturing practices. Contribute to publications and presentations within the scientific community as appropriate. Support digital and data analytics initiatives and contribute to an innovative environment. Education Minimum Requirement
Bachelor’s or master’s degree (no prior experience required) in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline. Required Experience And Skills
Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team and execute against commitments. Strong written and oral communication skills and an interest in solving technical problems. Preferred Experience And Skills
Hands-on experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing facility. Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments. Experience with data analytics, process modeling, and/or statistical process control. #EBRG's #VetJobs Required Skills
Accountability, Adaptability, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Experimental Methods, Experimentation, Innovation, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Scientific Presentations, Statistical Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Writing Technical Documents, Written Communication Preferred Skills
Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE EEO and Employment Notice
U.S. and Puerto Rico Residents Only. Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants 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. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. EEO laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement. The salary range for this role is
$70,500.00 - $110,900.00 . This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. Job Posting End Date: 01/20/2026
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Join to apply for the
Associate Pharmaceutical Commercialization Scientist (Engineer)
role at
Merck . The Pharmaceutical Commercialization Technology (PCT) department is seeking an entry-level engineer based in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ. The group sits within the Manufacturing Division and is responsible for pharmaceutical process development and supply for small molecule solid dosage drug products, delivering new and novel medicines to patients worldwide. PCT leads process and technology development as products enter Phase IIb through regulatory filings and process validation and supports supply for several years beyond commercial launch. Products are commercialized at a network of internal manufacturing sites, located in Ireland and Singapore, as well as contract manufacturing organizations around the world. Coupled with development centers in Rahway, NJ and West Point, PA, these sites are the foundation for our extensive small molecule solid dosage capabilities. Key Responsibilities
Plan, conduct, and interpret pharmaceutical process development studies with manager and team support, such as scale up, technology transfer, design space development, clinical and stability batch manufacture, and process validation. Apply problem-solving skills and aspects of Quality by Design, including risk-based approaches to development, design of experiments, and process modeling. Author technical documents, such as experimental protocols and reports in support of regulatory filings. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and effective collaboration within teams. Evaluate new and innovative technologies and equipment, perform physical testing and data analysis, and comply with applicable safety and current good manufacturing practices. Contribute to publications and presentations within the scientific community as appropriate. Support digital and data analytics initiatives and contribute to an innovative environment. Education Minimum Requirement
Bachelor’s or master’s degree (no prior experience required) in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline. Required Experience And Skills
Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team and execute against commitments. Strong written and oral communication skills and an interest in solving technical problems. Preferred Experience And Skills
Hands-on experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing facility. Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments. Experience with data analytics, process modeling, and/or statistical process control. #EBRG's #VetJobs Required Skills
Accountability, Adaptability, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Experimental Methods, Experimentation, Innovation, Laboratory Techniques, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Scientific Presentations, Statistical Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Writing Technical Documents, Written Communication Preferred Skills
Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE EEO and Employment Notice
U.S. and Puerto Rico Residents Only. Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants 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. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. EEO laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights and EEOC GINA Supplement. The salary range for this role is
$70,500.00 - $110,900.00 . This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. Job Posting End Date: 01/20/2026
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