**Job Description** Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. We identify and target steps in disease mechanisms or pathways that could be inhibited or enhanced. Our goal is to isolate a compound that is effective against a disease target. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities, and robust scientific methodology, we collaborate to discover the next medical breakthrough. Seeking candidates for a leadership position in our Research & Development Division Biologics Pilot Plant (BPP) Operations Team. The individual will lead campaign teams focusing on GMP manufacture of bulk biologics (vaccines and therapeutic proteins) clinical supplies. Candidate is expected work in a team atmosphere in close collaboration with the development groups. Responsibilities include all aspects of preparation, execution, and closeout of a GMP campaign. Candidate will participate in/oversee a range of specific activities including, but are not limited to, equipment specification, equipment start-up, campaign document preparation/review, process fit within the BPP suites, planning/execution/close-out of GMP batches, supporting / coordinating cleaning development / validation, and steam-in-place development / validation as well as and mentorship/guidance of staff. A key element of this assignment is coordinating the campaign activities with the process development functions, various groups within the Biologics Pilot Plant (BPP operations, GMP/safety, raw material planning) and other functional areas such as quality engineering, GMP compliance, and facilities. Strong project management skills are the backbone to managing all campaign activities. Individual is expected to lead teams focusing on 1-2 campaigns at a time while coordinating the overall campaign activity across a cross-functional team. In addition to the core responsibilities above, an opportunity exists to streamline various business processes for efficiently manufacturing clinical supplies for products in all phases of development in this multi-product facility. **Education Minimum Requirement:** + BS degree in Engineering or Biological Sciences with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience within the Pharmaceutical or Biopharmaceutical industry. **Required Experience and Skills:** + Demonstrated ability to mentor individuals and influence functional groups. + Strong technical knowledge of fermentation and cell culture processes (aseptic techniques, live virus, BSL2, clean room practices, closed system, bioprocessing equipment) or purification expertise (chromatography, TFF, filtration). + Strong knowledge of cGMP, Quality Systems, and Safety for operations + The incumbent should be highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. **Preferred** **Experience and Skills:** + Strong technical background in several bio-process unit operations + Previous experience leading technical projects + Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills + Proven leadership and project management skills + Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and in team environments delivering strong results + Demonstrates exceptional conflict management and negotiation skills + Ability to help to create and define compelling vision, drive change, influence decision making + Strong communication skills and personnel development aptitude is preferred Current Employees apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld) Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld) **US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:** Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. 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Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”. **San Francisco Residents Only:** We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance **Los Angeles Residents Only:** We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance **Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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