What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Scientist position at Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)?
Job Description
The Mixed Modalities team within the Sterile Product Development is responsible for developing parenteral dosage forms (injections, implants, inhaled, ocular) for small, intermediate, and large molecules from preclinical toxicology studies through commercialization.
We leverage smart experimental design, cutting-edge analytical tools, and predictive approaches to inform molecule, formulation, and process selection. In summary, our team enables the translation of preclinical candidates into non-oral drug products.
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Scientist (R5) to join our team focused on developing parenteral drug products of small molecule and/or intermediate modalities.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop sterile products across injectable, implantable, ophthalmic, and inhaled dosage forms.
- Provide strategic and technical leadership on program development teams, interfacing with key stakeholders, and collaborating across functions to drive defined milestones.
- Support both early and late-stage development candidates that will include ensuring screening and development of robust drug product composition, scalable process, primary packaging, compatibility characterization for processing and administration, and supporting regulatory filings.
About Us
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Benefits
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.
Requirements
Ph.D. with 8 years industry experience, M.S. with 10 years, or B.S. with 14 years with a degree in Chemical / Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline.
Expected Salary Range
$149,400.00 - $235,100.00
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Salary : $149,400 - $235,100
