Principal Scientist, DDT-Lab Automation, Digital Lab and Automation Strategy
$173.2k - $272.6kMSD Malaysia
- # Principal Scientist, DDT-Lab Automation, Digital Lab and Automation StrategyApplyremote type: Not Applicablelocations: USA - New Jersey - Rahwaytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 21, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: R405508**Job Description****Job Description: Principal Scientist, DSCS Digital Technologies-Laboratory Automation, Digital Lab and Automation Strategy**We are seeking a **Principal Scientist** to join our DSCS Digital Technologies (DDT) organization, within Development Sciences and Clinical Supply (DSCS), located in Rahway, NJ.**Primary Responsibilities:**We are a global biopharmaceutical leader with a portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines and animal health products. We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With 69,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state-of-the-art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to inspire our employees as we learn, develop and grow in our careers. We are proud of our over 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development. In the Development Sciences and Clinical Supply (DSCS) organization, we believe digital is the force multiplier that enables faster experiments, smarter decisions, more robust supply chains, and is ultimately redefining how we bring medicines to patients.Within DSCS, the **DSCS Digital Technologies (DDT) team** is building the next generation of data-rich, connected lab environments—where hardware, software, and AI-driven tools work together to accelerate pharmaceutical development. Our goal is simple but ambitious: embed advanced digital capabilities into the DNA of how we work. We believe this future starts with a strong foundation of laboratory tools: innovative robotics, process analytical technology (PAT), high-throughput technologies, reliable instrumentation, and integrated systems that seamlessly transition data from the physical labs to the digital world. We believe innovation is fueled by teams that come together to build technologies that truly impact how our scientists conduct research. We’re looking for a **Principal Scientist** to help make this vision real.In this role, the chosen candidate will work with a team of scientists tasked with identifying, developing, and deploying digital and data-rich technologies aimed at improving the manner in which process, product, and analytical understanding is gathered. The tools that we develop are as the team developing them, and in this **Principal Scientist** role, the chosen candidate will leverage digital technologies to enable chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) activities across our company's small molecule, biologics, and vaccines portfolio. This includes, but is not limited to, leading lab automation and high throughput technology initiatives via the design, build, and maintenance of lab automation platforms and developing next-generation digitally integrated lab automation solutions to support current and future DSCS development.***How You’ll Make an Impact**** **Design the lab of the future** by leading high throughput lab automation initiatives that integrate robotics, analytical instrumentation, and software into cohesive, high-performing solutions – leveraging digital tools (e.g. Agentic AI) where possible to enable rapid development cycles* **Deliver world-renowned science**by partnering with researchers to understand experimental needs and convert them into scalable digital workflows* **Work at the intersection of multiple disciplines**, collaborating with experts in automation, data science, modeling, IT, and the CMC community at large* **Lead high-impact projects** from concept through deployment, working across teams and stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes* **Continuously improve** existing digital technologies and automation platforms to enhance performance, usability, and reliability* **Empower others** by providing hands-on partnership, support, troubleshooting, and training to scientists using these technologies***Education Minimum Requirement:**** Ph.D. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely-related field with at least 6 years of industrial/pharmaceutical or relevant experience* M.S. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely-related field with at least 8 years of industrial/pharmaceutical or relevant experience* B.S. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely-related field with at least 10 years of industrial/pharmaceutical or relevant experience***Required Experience and Skills:**** Demonstrated leadership experience in a lab-based setting, working with lab automation and equipment integration* Demonstrated leadership in designing, validating, optimizing, and operating robotic liquid handlers, robotic workcells, and other automation platforms* Experience with scripting/programming in one or more of the following: Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, R, following accepted best practices (version control, design patterns, clean code)* Significant experience with one or more commercial lab automation platforms, specifically front-end software, such as: Tecan, Biomek, Formulatrix, Hamilton, or HighRes Biosolution liquid handlers* Experience integrating laboratory instruments with custom or commercial software solutions* Demonstrated ability to work in an entrepreneurial and independent manner while being a team player* Collaboration and communication skills with the ability to navigate conversations with technicians and vendors* Experience leading technical projects with cross-functional teams***Preferred Experience and Skills:**** Experience with (bio)pharmaceutical process research and development (e.g. drug substance development, drug product development, and/ or analytical development)* Experience with Benchling, Signals, or other commercial laboratory notebook software* Experience with ThermoFisher Momentum, Biosero Green Button Go, or HighRes Biosolutions Cellario robotic scheduling software* Deep knowledge about laboratory automation software, firmware, hardware, and their integration into end-to-end solutions* Ability to recognize, prototype, and deploy innovative technologies in laboratory automation* Understanding of data science and AI/ML concepts and their application to laboratory automation**Required Skills:**Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Innovative Thinking, Laboratory Automation, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Professional Collaboration, Programming Languages, Robotic Liquid Handlers, Robotics Design**Preferred Skills:**C Sharp (Programming Language), Project Leadership, Python (Programming Language), R ProgrammingCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**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 RightsEEOC GINA SupplementWe 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 ActsThe salary range for this role is$173,200.00 - $272,600.00This 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.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 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/International**VISA Sponsorship:**Yes**Travel Requirements:**10%**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Not Applicable**Shift:**1st - Day**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**n/a**Job Posting End Date:**07/21/2026**\*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.**Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
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