Scientist - Vaccine Process Development Job
- Employer
- Merck
- Location
- West Point PA
- Closing date
- Oct 19, 2017
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Scientist - Vaccine Process Development-BIO004908
Description
Merck & Co., Inc. Kenilworth, N.J., U.S.A. known as Merck in the United States and Canada, is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where Merck has codified its legacy for over a century. Merck’s success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
Merck is on a quest for cures and is committed to being the world’s premier, most research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. Today, we’re doubling down on this goal. Merck Research Laboratories is a true scientific research facility of tomorrow, and will take Merck’s leading discovery capabilities and world-class small molecule and biologics R&D expertise to create breakthrough science that radically changes the way we approach serious diseases.
Applications sought for a scientific opportunity in Merck’s Vaccine Bioprocess Research and Development (VBPRD) group.
Individual will serve as an individual scientific contributor responsible for downstream process development of vaccine candidates encompassing multiple modalities including live/attenuated viruses, recombinant protein subunits, and polysaccharide-protein conjugates. The successful candidate is expected to work well in a team atmosphere in close collaboration with cross-functional groups including upstream development, analytical, formulation, and GMP Operations. The primary job responsibility will be to deliver on specific assigned objectives related to development of robust and scalable processes for the manufacture of clinical supplies and subsequent technical transfer of such processes to GMP operations or manufacturing division. Candidate will, under the close supervision of a more senior scientist, hold responsibility for a range of specific activities including, but not limited to: (1) evaluating downstream process unit operations, (2) chromatography screening and development, (3) membrane filtration, (4) analytical process monitoring, (5) high throughput microscale process development, (6) electronic notebook recording and maintenance, and (7) training for support of GMP operations.
The successful candidate will have a background in bioprocess development and experience in the practice of modern chromatography, membrane, and centrifugation technologies. Experience in programming (e.g. Visual Basic, Python) and statistical & data visualization software (e.g. Excel, Spotfire, JMP, Design Expert) will be considered as a strong positive factors. Individual will have familiarity with biological and biochemical engineering principles and an understanding of the regulatory guidelines governing cGMP manufacture. Key elements of this assignment are (1) to coordinate downstream development activities with upstream process modifications to lock-in a process capable of producing materials for clinical trials, and (2) provide material to support critical assay and formulation development objectives.
Individual is expected to function in a multi-disciplinary environment and to contribute subject matter expertise to various functional teams engaged in development of the vaccine candidate. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate results of his/her work in both verbal and written formats. In addition to the core responsibilities outlined above, the candidate is expected to keep careful notes, comply with all required training, and maintain a focused attention on laboratory safety for his or her self and his team.
Qualifications
Education:
- BS degree in Chemical Engineering of Biological Sciences with a minimum of 3 year of relevant experience or MS degree in Chemical Engineering or Biological Sciences with technical background in downstream (purification) process development of biological molecules
Required:
- Experience in preparative purification of proteins, viruses, VLPs, and/or other biological molecules.
- Technical background in chromatography, membrane filtration operations, and common biochemical analytical techniques.
- Ability to understand and execute experiments independently in fulfillment of assigned program objectives in a manner that meets quality and time line expectations
- Well-developed organizational, record-keeping, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment and is results oriented
Preferred:
- Downstream process development experience for vaccine candidates and/or therapeutic proteins, including experience in process operations scale-up.
- Experience in the purification of live viruses and familiarity with established safety practices for working with such organisms including hands-on experience with Biosafety Level 2 operations
- Experience in programming (e.g. Visual Basic, CC+, MatLab) and statistical/visualization software.
- Communication of scientific information through oral presentations and written documents.
- Conflict management and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with GxP principles and regulations.
Your role at Merck is integral to helping the world meet new breakthroughs that affect generations to come, and we’re counting on your skills and inventiveness to help make meaningful contributions to global medical advancement. At Merck, we’re inventing for life.
If you need an accommodation for the application process please email us at staffingaadar@merck.com.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully:
Merck & Co., Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Merck via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Merck. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Merck as a result of the referral or through other means.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Poster
EEOC GINA Supplement
Merck is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
Job: Bio Process-Purif/Recovery
Job Title:Scientist, Bio Process
Primary Location: NA-US-PA-West Point
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time
Number of Openings: 4
Hazardous Materials: depending on progream being supported (i.e., live virus or chemical)
Company Trade Name:Merck
Description
Merck & Co., Inc. Kenilworth, N.J., U.S.A. known as Merck in the United States and Canada, is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where Merck has codified its legacy for over a century. Merck’s success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
Merck is on a quest for cures and is committed to being the world’s premier, most research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. Today, we’re doubling down on this goal. Merck Research Laboratories is a true scientific research facility of tomorrow, and will take Merck’s leading discovery capabilities and world-class small molecule and biologics R&D expertise to create breakthrough science that radically changes the way we approach serious diseases.
Applications sought for a scientific opportunity in Merck’s Vaccine Bioprocess Research and Development (VBPRD) group.
Individual will serve as an individual scientific contributor responsible for downstream process development of vaccine candidates encompassing multiple modalities including live/attenuated viruses, recombinant protein subunits, and polysaccharide-protein conjugates. The successful candidate is expected to work well in a team atmosphere in close collaboration with cross-functional groups including upstream development, analytical, formulation, and GMP Operations. The primary job responsibility will be to deliver on specific assigned objectives related to development of robust and scalable processes for the manufacture of clinical supplies and subsequent technical transfer of such processes to GMP operations or manufacturing division. Candidate will, under the close supervision of a more senior scientist, hold responsibility for a range of specific activities including, but not limited to: (1) evaluating downstream process unit operations, (2) chromatography screening and development, (3) membrane filtration, (4) analytical process monitoring, (5) high throughput microscale process development, (6) electronic notebook recording and maintenance, and (7) training for support of GMP operations.
The successful candidate will have a background in bioprocess development and experience in the practice of modern chromatography, membrane, and centrifugation technologies. Experience in programming (e.g. Visual Basic, Python) and statistical & data visualization software (e.g. Excel, Spotfire, JMP, Design Expert) will be considered as a strong positive factors. Individual will have familiarity with biological and biochemical engineering principles and an understanding of the regulatory guidelines governing cGMP manufacture. Key elements of this assignment are (1) to coordinate downstream development activities with upstream process modifications to lock-in a process capable of producing materials for clinical trials, and (2) provide material to support critical assay and formulation development objectives.
Individual is expected to function in a multi-disciplinary environment and to contribute subject matter expertise to various functional teams engaged in development of the vaccine candidate. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate results of his/her work in both verbal and written formats. In addition to the core responsibilities outlined above, the candidate is expected to keep careful notes, comply with all required training, and maintain a focused attention on laboratory safety for his or her self and his team.
Qualifications
Education:
- BS degree in Chemical Engineering of Biological Sciences with a minimum of 3 year of relevant experience or MS degree in Chemical Engineering or Biological Sciences with technical background in downstream (purification) process development of biological molecules
Required:
- Experience in preparative purification of proteins, viruses, VLPs, and/or other biological molecules.
- Technical background in chromatography, membrane filtration operations, and common biochemical analytical techniques.
- Ability to understand and execute experiments independently in fulfillment of assigned program objectives in a manner that meets quality and time line expectations
- Well-developed organizational, record-keeping, and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment and is results oriented
Preferred:
- Downstream process development experience for vaccine candidates and/or therapeutic proteins, including experience in process operations scale-up.
- Experience in the purification of live viruses and familiarity with established safety practices for working with such organisms including hands-on experience with Biosafety Level 2 operations
- Experience in programming (e.g. Visual Basic, CC+, MatLab) and statistical/visualization software.
- Communication of scientific information through oral presentations and written documents.
- Conflict management and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with GxP principles and regulations.
Your role at Merck is integral to helping the world meet new breakthroughs that affect generations to come, and we’re counting on your skills and inventiveness to help make meaningful contributions to global medical advancement. At Merck, we’re inventing for life.
If you need an accommodation for the application process please email us at staffingaadar@merck.com.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully:
Merck & Co., Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Merck via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Merck. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Merck as a result of the referral or through other means.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Poster
EEOC GINA Supplement
Merck is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
Job: Bio Process-Purif/Recovery
Job Title:Scientist, Bio Process
Primary Location: NA-US-PA-West Point
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time
Number of Openings: 4
Hazardous Materials: depending on progream being supported (i.e., live virus or chemical)
Company Trade Name:Merck
Company
Our vision is to make a difference in the lives of people globally through our innovative medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, consumer health and animal products. We aspire to be the best healthcare company in the world and are dedicated to providing leading innovations and solutions for tomorrow.
We have made it our mission to provide innovative, distinctive products and services that save and improve lives, satisfy customer needs and to be recognized as a great place to work
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