Jobs at Merck
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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Offshift, Associate Specialist, Maintenance & Utilities
Company: Merck
Location: Spring House, PA
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The job posting is for an entry-level Engineering Maintenance & Utilities Specialist position. The role involves providing day-to-day equipment and facility engineering support, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing maintenance schedules. The ideal candidate should have a B.S. Engineering degree, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The position offers opportunities for growth and improvement, and the company is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Associate Director, IT SOX Program Manager-(Hybrid)
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The Associate Director, IT SOX Program Manager is a crucial role within the IT Risk & Compliance Programs function. This individual will lead the IT SOX PMO, managing various aspects of the program including planning, scoping, and execution. They will collaborate with multiple departments to identify, prioritize, and mitigate risks impacting the IT SOX landscape. The role requires strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and standards, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse leadership personalities. Above 8 years of relevant experience, including Process and Information Technology auditing, is required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,500.00 - $213,400.00 and a flexible work arrangement with a hybrid model.
Director, Outcomes Research - Vaccines
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The job description outlines a senior role in Outcomes Research (OR) responsible for developing integrated evidence strategies to support Health Technology Assessment (HTA), reimbursement, and National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAG) evaluations. The role involves creating global real-world evidence strategies for drugs and vaccines, and implementing OR and real-world evidence programs to meet the value evidence needs of various stakeholders. The incumbent will work closely with product development teams, franchise teams, and affiliates to ensure value evidence programs align with marketing strategies. They will also critically assess drivers and barriers to reimbursement and market access, and develop value evidence deliverables. The role requires a strong understanding of HTA/reimbursement and market access needs in key global markets, and a proven track record in health economics, outcomes research, market access, or related fields.
Customer Care Associate (Hybrid)
Company: Merck
Location: Omaha, NE
Posted Oct 07, 2024
This job position involves providing customer service, managing orders, and collaborating with various departments. The role requires 3 years of customer care experience, knowledge of SAP, and the ability to work in a team environment. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to self-improvement. The position is based in Omaha, NE, and offers a hybrid work model.
Associate Vice President, Global Clinical Development, Respiratory
Company: Merck
Location: Boston, MA
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The Associate Vice President (AVP)/Section Head, Global Clinical Development, Respiratory will lead strategy, development, and life-cycle management activities in the Cardiovascular & Respiratory Therapeutic Area (CV&R). The role involves driving multiple programs, supervising clinical document development, and guiding Product Development Team Leaders and Clinical Directors. The ideal candidate should have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D., be Board Certified in Pulmonology or Allergy/Immunology, and have extensive experience in late-stage development of respiratory drugs. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills are required. The role offers a competitive salary range of $326,300.00 - $513,600.00 and comprehensive benefits.
Director, Clinical Research, Immunology
Company: Merck
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The Clinical Director (Principal Scientist) is responsible for planning and directing clinical research activities in Immunology, focusing on late-stage development. The role involves managing the entire clinical development cycle, including study design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication. The Clinical Director will evaluate pre-clinical and translational work, develop clinical development strategies, and manage ongoing or new clinical trials. They will also analyze clinical findings, participate in research project teams, and maintain a strong scientific fund of knowledge. The ideal candidate should have an M.D., D.O., M.D./Ph.D, or D.O./PhD, and a minimum of 5 years of clinical and/or development experience.
Senior Scientist, Protein Engineering - Chemical Biotechnologies (Onsite)
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 06, 2024
The Chemical Biotechnologies group in Rahway, New Jersey is seeking a Senior Scientist to expand their capabilities in designing and engineering proteins with novel functions. The role involves contributing to the invention of novel proteins, guiding gene acquisition, designing DNA libraries, expressing protein libraries, developing assays, and characterizing libraries using high-throughput screens and selections. The successful candidate will join a diverse group of innovative scientists driving the next revolution in bioengineering. Minimum requirements include a PhD in a related field, broad experience in synthetic biology, biological engineering, protein design, and/or directed evolution, and significant expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, computational protein design, or metabolic engineering.
Director, Outcomes Research - Vaccines
Company: Merck
Location: Guéret, France
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The job description outlines a senior role in Outcomes Research (OR) responsible for developing integrated evidence strategies to support Health Technology Assessment (HTA), reimbursement, and National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAG) evaluations. The role involves creating Real World evidence strategies for in-line and developmental drugs/vaccines worldwide, and implementing OR and Real-World evidence programs to meet value evidence needs of various stakeholders. The incumbent will work closely with Product Development Teams, Franchise Teams, Regional Product Directors, affiliates, Public Affairs, and Medical Education. They will critically assess drivers and barriers to reimbursement and market access, and develop value evidence deliverables. The role requires a strong understanding of HTA/reimbursement and market access needs in key global markets, and a track record of scientific presentations and publications.
Associate Director, Machine Learning
Company: Merck
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 06, 2024
The Computational Toxicology group at the Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS) division is looking for an AI/ML data Scientist. The role involves preparing ML model-ready datasets, applying ML models, and collaborating with colleagues to deploy ML approaches. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. or Master's in a relevant field, proven experience in ML methods, and fluency in Python, R, and ML frameworks. The position is available in South San Francisco, CA or West Point, PA.
Lead Maintenance Technician
Company: Merck
Location: Durham, NC
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The Lead Maintenance Technician is a leadership role responsible for leading a team, training peers, and contributing to process improvements. The individual will provide equipment troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance support for new product feasibility projects and manufacturing support. They will develop standard operating procedures and preventative maintenance plans, and are responsible for written documentation of activities. The role involves supporting various types of equipment, automated systems, and digital platforms, and requires strong problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, and proficiency in using various tools and systems. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of plant maintenance experience, with knowledge of technical craft skills. Preferred skills include an associate degree in industrial systems, experience in a clean room or GMP/regulated manufacturing environment, and familiarity with GMP compliant calibration and maintenance database systems.
Executive Director, Vaccines Technical Product Leader
Company: Merck
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posted Oct 07, 2024
The Vaccine Technical Product Leader role is a senior position responsible for technical leadership and oversight of all vaccine molecules, both in the pipeline and in-line products. The role involves developing and implementing commercialization strategies for pipeline products, ensuring on-time launch with robust processes. For in-line products, the role focuses on creating technology roadmaps for reliable supply. The leader will manage a portfolio of technical projects, collaborate with cross-divisional teams, and ensure compliance with global and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, at least 15 years of experience in biopharmaceutical/vaccine manufacturing, and strong technical and leadership skills.
2025 University Recruiting - Regulatory Affairs Co-op
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 06, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers co-op roles in the Research division, focusing on drug development and regulatory affairs. The program is ideal for students majoring in life sciences, medicine, pharmacology/pharmacy, or related disciplines. The co-op will gain insights into the drug development process, clinical regulatory documents, and hands-on experience in regulatory affairs. The student should have a strong interest in cancer research and oncology drug discovery. Successful candidates will work independently and collaboratively with colleagues. The program provides opportunities for professional network development and career growth.