Jobs at Merck
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Merck & Co., Inc. is a global pharmaceutical and biotech company headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey. Beyond drugs like Keytruda and Januvia, Merck has expanded into digital health, AI‑driven drug discovery, and precision medicine. The company’s research labs integrate advanced data analytics to accelerate clinical trials and develop next‑generation therapeutics.
Merck’s tech hiring focuses on data science, software engineering, AI research, and product management across its R&D, manufacturing, and commercial divisions. Candidates can expect algorithm‑based coding challenges, domain‑specific case studies, and collaborative teamwork that reflects Merck’s emphasis on scientific rigor and patient impact. The interview process typically includes a technical screen, a live coding session, and a behavioral panel that evaluates problem‑solving, communication, and ethical decision‑making.
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Dairy Monitoring Customer Success Specialist (Texas, New Mexico)
Company: Merck
Location: College Station, TX
Posted Oct 05, 2024
The Livestock Technology Solutions Customer Success Specialist will lead in delivering and developing training for end customers, distributors, and representatives. The role involves training users to interpret and analyze sensor technology data, including reproduction, health, and milk. The individual will work closely with various teams to ensure customer satisfaction and success with SenseHub Dairy sensor technology products. Key responsibilities include customizing user portals, integrating third-party software, and conducting on-site meetings. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related discipline, experience in dairy management, and excellent communication skills.
2025 University Recruiting - DMPK Intern
Company: Merck
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers a 12-week internship in the Research and Development Division, focusing on Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics. The intern will contribute to designing assays, learn about pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, and gain hands-on experience with techniques like flow cytometry, ELISA, and UPLC-MS/MS. The company is a global healthcare leader committed to innovation and ethical integrity, seeking candidates with strong academic performance, communication skills, and relevant experience in cell culture, cryopreservation, and biochemical assays.
2025 University Recruiting - Analytical Research & Development Co-op
Company: Merck
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers co-op opportunities in the Research Division, providing hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge analytical methodologies. Co-ops will work on projects involving small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, using advanced instrumentation and techniques. They will collaborate in a team environment, participate in meetings, and have the chance to present their research. The program is open to candidates from various academic backgrounds, with a preference for those with interest and experience in analytical sciences. The co-op period lasts 4-6 months, starting in early to mid-2025.
2025 University Recruiting - Discovery Biologics Co-op
Company: Merck
Location: Boston, MA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The company is offering a 6-month paid internship in its Research & Development Division, focusing on various disciplines such as Protein Analytical Characterization, Mass Spectrometry, Biologics Engineering, Expression, Purification, Biologics Design & Display, Biologics Automation & Capabilities, Early Biotherapeutics Characterization, Gene & Cell Therapy, and Early Biologics and Technologies. The internship aims to provide a development opportunity and a chance to see if the company aligns with the intern's long-term career goals. The company is seeking candidates with a passion for scientific research, excellent academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and a strong science background in applied laboratory settings, computer science, or cheminformatics. Prior research experience is preferred. The internship includes providing necessary equipment and potential involvement in a scientific publication.
2025 University Recruiting - Analytical Research & Development Intern
Company: Merck
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers 12-week internships in the Research Division, providing opportunities for development and insight into long-term career goals. The company, a global healthcare leader, is committed to research-intensive biopharmaceutical innovation. The Analytical Research and Development department seeks summer interns to work on novel analytical methodologies, focusing on drug substance and product development. Interns will gain hands-on experience with core instrumentation, method development, and various expert groups. They will also participate in departmental meetings and have the opportunity to present their research results. The company values diversity and inclusivity, and the internship is open to candidates from various academic backgrounds.
2025 University Recruiting- Cattle Sales Intern- Oklahoma
Company: Merck
Location: Lenexa, KS
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Cattle Summer Intern position is a field-based role in Oklahoma, lasting up to 12 weeks. The intern will support the sales strategy for Animal Health products, including Bio-Pharma, Allflex ID, and livestock monitoring services. Key responsibilities include coordinating sales support activities, ensuring customer support, and participating in field-based events. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, general computer skills, and be available to travel 75%. A degree in Animal Science, Agribusiness, Veterinary School, or a related field is required, with at least 2 years of college coursework completed by June 2025. Candidates must be 20 years or older, have a valid driver's license, and be legally authorized to rent a car in their state of residence.
2025 University Recruiting - Clinical Supplies Quality-Finished Goods Disposition Intern
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers 12-week internships in the Research Division, providing valuable development opportunities and insights into the company's long-term goals. The company, a global healthcare leader, is committed to innovation and ethical integrity, with a focus on research and development. The GDQ Internship Opportunity involves ensuring quality in clinical supplies, managing product life cycles, and supporting project-specific tasks. The role requires strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi-functional environment. The intern will gain an understanding of drug development phases, the importance of quality, and interact with experienced professionals. The company values diversity and inclusion, and the role is located at the Rahway, NJ site.
Associate Director, Marketing
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The company is seeking an Associate Director, U.S. Marketing for a hybrid role based in Upper Gwynedd, PA. The role involves overseeing strategy and planning for product launches, collaborating with various stakeholders, and leading the process of segmentation, targeting, and developing KPIs. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of healthcare industry experience in strategic marketing and brand management, strong analytical skills, and a growth mindset. The company focuses on innovation and launch execution excellence, translating breakthrough science into innovative medicines.
Director, Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics Immunology
Company: Merck
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Posted Oct 05, 2024
The Quantitative Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics (QP2) Department is seeking a Director for its expanding immunology pipeline. The Director will serve as an expert QP2 representative on cross-functional teams, applying quantitative skills to develop and implement translational PK/PD strategies. They will characterize clinical population pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of various therapeutics, perform clinical trial simulations, and inform dose selection and schedule. The Director will also maintain a comprehensive understanding of global regulatory expectations and shape regulatory documents and submissions. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with at least seven years of experience, a strong understanding of clinical autoimmune drug development, and proficiency in written and verbal communication.
Principal Scientist, Chemical Engineering R&D
Company: Merck
Location: Rahway, NJ
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Chemical Engineering Research & Development department (CERD) is seeking highly motivated individuals for a fast-paced job that offers technical leadership and mentoring. The role involves leading small molecule drug substance process development teams, conducting hands-on process development, and providing mentoring to junior staff. The candidate should have a BS/MS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering with at least 11 years of relevant work experience or a PhD with at least 6 years of post-PhD experience. Preferred skills include experience with pharmaceutical drug development, ICH, cGMP, GDP, enabling technologies, and risk assessments.
2025 University Recruiting - Global Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Safety (GRACS) Quality and Compliance (Q&C) Intern
Company: Merck
Location: Spring House, PA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers 12-week internships in the Research Division, providing valuable development opportunities and exposure to the company's mission of creating innovative products for global health. The GRACS Quality and Compliance team is seeking a summer intern to work on regulatory quality and compliance projects, ensuring functional areas within GRACS are compliant with global regulations. Candidates should have strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork abilities, and proficiency in computer systems. Preferred skills include project management experience and innovative problem-solving abilities.
2025 University Recruiting - Infectious Diseases and Vaccines Co-op
Company: Merck
Location: Spring House, PA
Posted Oct 04, 2024
The Future Talent Program offers co-op experiences in Research Labs, focusing on projects related to infectious diseases and vaccines. Candidates with a background in virology, microbiology, biochemistry, or immunology are preferred. The program requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in biology or a related major, along with experience in laboratory techniques and Microsoft Office. Preferred skills include experience with immunological or virology techniques, molecular biology software, and graphing software. The program is committed to diversity and inclusion, and offers a hybrid work model post-pandemic.