Scientist, Preclinical Development (Onsite)

Job Description The Discovery Pharmaceutical Sciences team is a formulation sciences group embedded within Drug Discovery at our Company Research Laboratories. We work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to profile molecules, develop formulation strategies, and generate critical data that supports candidate selection and progression into clinical development. We are seeking a motivated scientist to join an experienced discovery formulation team supporting biologics and small molecule programs. This is an excellent opportunity to develop broad pharmaceutical sciences expertise while working on molecules that directly influence key project decisions. Key Responsibilities Prepare and characterize biologic and small molecule formulations to support discovery and development programs. Conduct pre-formulation and stability studies to evaluate molecule performance. Utilize analytical techniques including: SEC-HPLC HPLC-UV CE-SDS Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) UV/Vis spectrophotometry Other relevant characterization methods Prepare samples using both manual laboratory techniques and automated liquid-handling systems. Document experimental procedures, results, and conclusions in electronic laboratory notebooks. Analyze and interpret data and communicate findings to project teams. Collaborate closely with formulation scientists and cross-functional discovery teams. What You’ll Do A typical day may involve: Preparing formulations and analytical samples. Running stability and characterization studies. Performing chromatography and electrophoresis-based analyses. Reviewing and interpreting experimental data. Discussing results with scientists and contributing to project strategy. Because our team is integrated directly with discovery programs, your work will contribute to critical molecule‑selection and development decisions. Education BS with 3+ years of relevant industry or academic experience, or MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. Required Skills Strong scientific curiosity and ability to learn new concepts and techniques. Ability to organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Ability to work successfully in a fast‑paced, collaborative laboratory environment. Demonstrated growth mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a laboratory environment. Experience with protein characterization, biologics development, or formulation sciences. Experience with preclinical or clinical formulation development. Familiarity with chromatographic, electrophoretic, or biophysical characterization techniques. Passion for developing as a pharmaceutical scientist within a discovery-focused organization. Required Skills Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Bioprocess Engineering, Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), Chemical Engineering, Chromatography, Clinical Development, Dynamic Light Scattering Analysis, Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), Immunochemistry, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Analytical Techniques, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) 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. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts Salary The salary range for this role is $98,000.00 - $154,300.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at . You can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status Regular Relocation Domestic VISA Sponsorship No Travel Requirements 10% Flexible Work Arrangements Not Applicable Shift Not Indicated Valid Driving License No Hazardous Material(s) Bloodborne Pathogens, OEB4 and OEB5 compounds Job Posting End Date 07/29/2026 Note A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID

R408473