Principal Scientist-Biologics Potency, Cell Based Sciences, AR&D Job at Merck & Co., Rahway, NJ

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  • Merck & Co.
  • Rahway, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

The Analytical Research and Development, Cell Based Sciences team in Rahway, NJ is seeking a motivated scientist with technical expertise in Biologics Potency assays in Late Development . More specifically, the ideal candidate will be a recognized expert developing mechanism-of-action reflective potency assays for the development of therapeutic proteins, monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and/or new modality-based products.--

The successful candidate is expected to provide scientific leadership, expertise, and creativity to solve complex project problems across the large molecule portfolio.-They will be accountable to inspire and sponsor scientific evaluation and implementation of innovative and disruptive technologies and approaches.- Responsibilities include representing the group on product development teams and defining the potency strategy for a portion of our large molecule portfolio, oversight of method development and testing, and scientific mentoring.- The candidate will be expected to effectively communicate with stakeholders in partner organization and to management and governance teams.-

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Education Minimum Requirement:--
  • Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or related field with a minimum of 8 years of industry experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
  • M.S. with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
  • Bachelors with a minimum of 14 years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
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Required Experience and Skills:-
  • Expertise in cell biology and immunology, with application to solve complex scientific and operational challenges related to designing and developing GxP potency assays to support a variety of large molecule modalities, preferably with experience in new modality-based therapy development.-
  • Experience in mentoring and scientific leadership .
  • Expertise in a variety of functional potency assay technologies, such as cell line engineering to build reporter gene assays, flow cytometry, natural killer (NK) cell assays for cytotoxicity assays.-
  • Expertise in binding assays such as immunoassay.
  • Strong knowledge and statistical skills for interpretation of potency data in context of broader process and product development.-
  • Deep working knowledge of regulatory guidance and quality standards, with experience authoring and reviewing regulatory submissions and responses (biologics license application submission) and interacting with Health Authorities.
  • External scientific engagement that may include a combination of publications, industry white paper contributions, presentations at scientific meetings, membership on (or leading) cross-company working groups or consortia.
  • Ability to excel in a team-based environment, partnering and influencing in a professional and positive manner.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
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Expected US salary range:
$149,400.00 - $235,100.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here .

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:

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Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:
11/30/2024
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Requisition ID: R307484

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Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Remote job, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, Flexible hours, Shift work, 3 days per week,

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