Senior Research Chemist (Continuous Recruitment)-CHE002098: Merck & Co. Inc.

Join us and experience our culture first-hand - one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Opportunities are available in synthetic, organic, analytical, physical chemistry and biochemistry. Each of these opportunities provides a challenging environment to learn and contribute. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out chemical research on assigned problems in the above listed areas, including applied development, problem solving, process / product improvement and laboratory testing in the above listed areas. Techniques that might be applied NMR, HPLC, near IR, immunoassays, wet chemistry techniques, CZE, physical property testing, and other analytical techniques. Course and lab work in instrumental methods is a plus. The candidate is expected to work in a team environment and provide all essential understanding toward addressing mechanisms responsible for product safety, efficacy and stability. Responsibilities will also include the analysis and interpretation of data for problem solving and predictive purposes. Organize group and manage day-to-day operations. Monitor performance against established goals, taking corrective action as needed. Responsible for assisting in meeting established department budgets and plans.

If you, like us, strive for excellence in all you do, consider joining our team of talented and dedicated individuals from diverse backgrounds who are united in bringing Merck's finest achievements to people around the world.

Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose - bringing Merck's finest achievements to people around the world.

We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Merck's retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation.

To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers/university/ to create a profile and submit your resume for requisition # CHE002098. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V - proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.