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Merck, a global leader in pharmaceuticals and life sciences, has expanded its footprint into digital health and AI‑driven drug discovery. The company leverages cloud platforms and machine‑learning pipelines to accelerate R&D, positioning it as a tech‑savvy partner for biotech innovation.

Merck hires software engineers, data scientists, cloud architects, cybersecurity specialists, and product managers across its R&D, manufacturing, and digital health divisions. Candidates can expect structured technical interviews, collaborative projects with scientists, and access to cutting‑edge tools like AWS, Azure, and custom analytics dashboards.

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2025 University Recruiting- Animal Health Clinical Research and Development Intern

Company: Merck

Location: Rahway, NJ

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Future Talent Program offers a 12-week Clinical Research and Development (R&D) Internship in Animal Health at the Company's headquarters in Rahway, NJ. Interns will work alongside Clinical Scientists, Monitors, and Specialists, supporting the planning, conduct, and reporting of Clinical Trials for new companion animal and livestock products. The role requires a High School diploma, undergraduate or graduate enrollment in Animal Science, Biology, or Veterinary-related majors, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities are essential. Preferred experience includes Animal Science or direct Veterinary experience. The expected salary range is $39,600.00-$105,500.00.

Senior Specialist, Clinical Supplies Project Manager - Protocol (Hybrid)

Company: Merck

Location: Spring House, PA

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Protocol Clinical Supplies Project Manager role involves managing end-to-end clinical supply chain for the company's R&D division. The role requires strategic planning, coordination with various departments, and direct interaction with clinical trial teams. Key responsibilities include establishing timelines for clinical supply needs, analyzing project risks, and authoring clinical supply documentation. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of project management and supply chain experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in supply chain systems and software.

2025 University Recruiting - Plant Engineering Co-op

Company: Merck

Location: New Century, KS

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The company's Animal Health division in De Soto, Kansas, is offering a 6-month Engineering Co-op position. The role involves hands-on experience in supporting engineering and maintenance functions, including capital projects, renewable energy initiatives, automation and controls, and facilities maintenance. The successful candidate will contribute to Predictive Maintenance processes and gain valuable industry experience in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include assisting in capital projects, contributing to renewable energy initiatives, developing automation systems, supporting facilities maintenance, and data collection and analysis.

Directeur(-trice) associé(e), Unité fonctionnelle de l'aquaculture / Associate Director, Aqua Business Unit

Company: Merck

Location: Charlottetown, Canada

Posted Nov 10, 2024

The text describes a job posting for an Associate Director position in the Aqua business unit in Canada. The role involves leading strategic, financial, analytical, and operational aspects of marketing, managing sales, marketing, technical services, and cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate should have an undergraduate degree, relevant experience, strong understanding of the Animal Health market, excellent leadership skills, and bilingualism (French and English) if based in Quebec.

Associate Director - Reporting, Archiving, Mapping - Hybrid

Company: Merck

Location: Spring House, PA

Posted Nov 10, 2024

The job description is for a role within Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams, responsible for managing studies to ensure regulatory approval of new drugs, vaccines, and existing products. The role involves developing career plans, providing developmental opportunities, and ensuring high-quality clinical trials. The ideal candidate should have a B.A. or B.S. degree, 6+ years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of Clinical Development processes, ICH, GCP guidelines, and CFR 21 regulations.

Postdoctoral Fellow - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Strategies for Antibody-Antigen and Protein-Protein Affinity Prediction (Hybrid)

Company: Merck

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Posted Nov 10, 2024

The text describes a Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program in a pharmaceutical company. The program aims to be a top-tier industrial postdoctoral research program, offering an academic focus in a commercial environment. The role involves working closely with data science and IT colleagues, curating data from the company's database, and generating predictive models of antibody affinity or protein binding affinity. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, strong expertise in computational disciplines like structural biology or molecular dynamics, and familiarity with Python, deep learning software, and data science tools. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000.00-$86,000.00 along with various benefits.

Principal Scientist, Oral Formulation Sciences, PSCS

Company: Merck

Location: Rahway, NJ

Posted Nov 10, 2024

The company's Pharmaceutical Sciences and Clinical Supplies (PSCS) organization is seeking a passionate scientist with strong academic fundamentals to lead CMC project teams and formulation development of new chemical entities. The role involves driving drug product design, transforming drug delivery and manufacturing technology, and positively impacting patients. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline with 8+ years of relevant industry experience. They should be capable of leading formulation development activities, independently executing formulation and process development, and collaborating effectively across functional areas. The role also involves driving new technology strategy, scientific understanding, and capability builds within the organization.

Director, Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics Immunology

Company: Merck

Location: Spring House, PA

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics (QP2) Department is seeking a Director for its expanding immunology pipeline. The role involves applying quantitative skills to develop and implement translational PK/PD strategies, characterize clinical population pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and perform model-based analyses to inform dose selection and clinical trial design. The Director will also maintain a comprehensive understanding of global regulatory expectations and shape regulatory documents. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. or equivalent with at least seven years of experience, a strong background in biopharmaceutics, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacometrics, or related fields, and demonstrated impact in driving drug development decisions through model-based approaches.

Director, Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics (Remote)

Company: Merck

Location: Boston, MA

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics (QP2) Department is seeking a Director for its expanding ophthalmology pipeline. The role involves developing model-based strategies for drug discovery and development, representing QP2 on cross-functional teams, collaborating with various functional areas and external partners, and mentoring early career scientists. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D., PharmD, or MS in a relevant field with substantial experience in pharmaceutical drug development, regulatory agency, or academia. Proficiency in written and verbal communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and problem scoping and planning is required. Knowledge in ophthalmology and/or cardiometabolic clinical drug development programs is preferred.

2025 University Recruiting - Chemical Biotechnologies Intern

Company: Merck

Location: Rahway, NJ

Posted Nov 10, 2024

The Future Talent Program offers 12-week internships in the Research & Development Division, focusing on projects in Discovery and Process Research Departments. Interns will work on cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on experience in state-of-the-art science laboratories. They'll contribute to drug discovery and development, solving complex synthetic or biological problems. The role involves biocatalysis, protein engineering, and microfluidics. Interns will participate in meetings, gain practical skills, and present research results. Candidates should be students pursuing relevant degrees, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and basic lab skills.

Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Breast Cancer

Company: Merck

Location: Rahway, NJ

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The company, a global healthcare leader, is seeking a Director (Principal Scientist) for clinical research activities in Oncology. The role involves planning and directing clinical research, managing the entire cycle of clinical development, and supervising Clinical Scientists. The ideal candidate should have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D, demonstrated scientific scholarship, and strong interpersonal skills. Prior experience in breast cancer and clinical research is preferred. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work model.

I/E Technician - Electronic and Instrument Technician

Company: Merck

Location: Spring House, PA

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job posting is for an I/E Electronic & Instrumentation Technician position at a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer. The role involves utilizing knowledge in precision measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to test, calibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair instrumentation/controls. The incumbent will work in compliance with safety policies and procedures, collaborating with various departments to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient environment. The ideal candidate should have a graduate degree in Instrumentation and Controls, 4+ years of industrial or military experience, and strong skills in organization, communication, and time management. Knowledge of hand and power tools, NIST traceable test equipment, and pneumatics is required. The role involves heavy lifting, use of solvents, and adherence to safety protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Merck?
Employees describe Merck as research‑driven, globally collaborative, and mission‑focused. The company prioritizes continuous learning, offers flexible work arrangements, and rewards innovation with competitive benefits and equity options.
What types of positions are available at Merck?
Merck posts roles in software engineering, data science, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, product management, DevOps, and AI/ML across R&D, manufacturing, and digital health units.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Merck?
Tailor your resume to highlight projects that blend software and life‑science expertise, showcase measurable outcomes, and demonstrate familiarity with cloud or AI tools. Prepare for scenario‑based interview questions that test collaboration with cross‑functional teams and your ability to translate technical solutions into therapeutic impact.

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