Associate Scientist, Environmental & Process Safety Engineering
Job DescriptionThe Environmental & Process Safety Engineering (EPSE) group within the Chemical Engineering Research & Development (CERD) department is seeking highly motivated individuals who are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced job that provides a high degree of technical responsibility.
Under scientific and administrative direction, scientists in this role carry out independent work conceiving, designing, planning, and implementing advanced small scale laboratory studies aimed at characterizing the hazards associated with the process and materials used to produce active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) at all scales, from the laboratory to commercial manufacturing.
Specific areas include thermal hazard assessment and potential for gas generation with variety of calorimeters such as DSC, MMC, ARC/ARSST SuperCRC, Insight and RC1 besides Bruker IR and GC, and its consequence modeling for the scale-up units.
As such, familiarity with modeling softwares of AKTS and/or DynoChem is highly desired.
In addition, this individual is required to conduct basic dust testing of organic solids such as MIE, MIT and burning classification.
This position requires expertise in laboratory instruments and techniques, managing the workflow of requests for testing and guidance, organizing collaboration to complete testing and issuing reports to document results.
The scientist in this role is expected to interpret and apply safety and environmental regulations and make scientific contributions to research programs of major importance to the Research and Manufacturing Divisions.
This position is seeking an individual looking to become a deep subject matter expert in EPSE lab instrumentation.
Mechanic aptitude and instrument trouble shooting is a must.
A high level of innovation and creativity are necessary to adapt to evolving technologies and tools.
Also, a high level of self-initiative, attention to detail, and ownership along with the ability to plan and organize activities are expected.
Strong communication and collaboration skills are also critical to success in EPSE/CERD because scientists/engineers are required to communicate regularly, clearly, and with confidence as they discuss technical problems, provide oversight to laboratory, pilot plant and commercial manufacturing operations, and interface with cross-functional colleagues/customers to influence process development and drive a safer process design.
Position
Qualifications:
Education Minimum Requirement:
The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or a comparable area of study from an accredited college/universityRequired Experience and Skills:
Strong knowledge and experience with safely handling of solvents and chemicals, running experiments, proper disposal of waste, and generating and analyzing data Experience with thermal hazard lab instrumentation with good mechanical aptitude Good organizational, interpersonal, writing, and time management skills Keen attention to detail and the ability to author clear reports The ability to strictly follow established procedures, policies and guidelines required to comply with safety, environmental and GMP expectations in the lab Initiative and independence to develop, apply, and/or improve new systems and best practices Preferred Experience and Skills:
Relevant work experience, where relevant work experience may include:
Experience with thermal analysis techniques including DSC, MMC, ARC/ARSST and SuperCRC/Insight/RC1 Experience with off-gas analysis instruments including Bruker IR, Mettler headspace FTIR and MicroGC Experience with process modeling software such as Dynochem, Aspen, AKTS or other software.
Experience with mathematical modeling using Matlab/Mathematica or similar Experience with evaluating process safety including risks of thermal decomposition, gas generation, vent sizing, static/conductivity, or dust explosivity Organizational and multi-tasking skills to efficiently manage the workflow of requests for testing and guidance Flexibility to adapt to changing work assignments and deadlines Experience with process scale-up and/or technology transfer, moving from laboratory to pilot plant or manufacturing scale NOTICEFORINTERNALAPPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.
If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separationpackage, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package.
To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.
Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).
Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated.
Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.
Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS 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.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA SupplementPay Transparency NondiscriminationWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.
We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
U.
S.
Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5,2023 our U.
S.
Hybrid work model will be as follows:
1.
Three total days on site per week:
Tuesday and Wednesday - plus one additional day of choice based on what works best for organizations and/or teams.
2.
Fridays will formally be a remote-working day unless business critical tasks require onsite presence.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job.
Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected salary range:
$66,080.
00 - $104,100.
00Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State ActsSearch 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:
RegularRelocation:
No relocationVISA Sponsorship:
NoTravel Requirements:
10%Flexible Work Arrangements:
On-SiteShift:
1st - DayValid Driving License:
NoHazardous Material(s):
yes Recommended Skills Api Administration Attention To Detail Calorimetry Chemical Engineering Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Under scientific and administrative direction, scientists in this role carry out independent work conceiving, designing, planning, and implementing advanced small scale laboratory studies aimed at characterizing the hazards associated with the process and materials used to produce active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) at all scales, from the laboratory to commercial manufacturing.
Specific areas include thermal hazard assessment and potential for gas generation with variety of calorimeters such as DSC, MMC, ARC/ARSST SuperCRC, Insight and RC1 besides Bruker IR and GC, and its consequence modeling for the scale-up units.
As such, familiarity with modeling softwares of AKTS and/or DynoChem is highly desired.
In addition, this individual is required to conduct basic dust testing of organic solids such as MIE, MIT and burning classification.
This position requires expertise in laboratory instruments and techniques, managing the workflow of requests for testing and guidance, organizing collaboration to complete testing and issuing reports to document results.
The scientist in this role is expected to interpret and apply safety and environmental regulations and make scientific contributions to research programs of major importance to the Research and Manufacturing Divisions.
This position is seeking an individual looking to become a deep subject matter expert in EPSE lab instrumentation.
Mechanic aptitude and instrument trouble shooting is a must.
A high level of innovation and creativity are necessary to adapt to evolving technologies and tools.
Also, a high level of self-initiative, attention to detail, and ownership along with the ability to plan and organize activities are expected.
Strong communication and collaboration skills are also critical to success in EPSE/CERD because scientists/engineers are required to communicate regularly, clearly, and with confidence as they discuss technical problems, provide oversight to laboratory, pilot plant and commercial manufacturing operations, and interface with cross-functional colleagues/customers to influence process development and drive a safer process design.
Position
Qualifications:
Education Minimum Requirement:
The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or a comparable area of study from an accredited college/universityRequired Experience and Skills:
Strong knowledge and experience with safely handling of solvents and chemicals, running experiments, proper disposal of waste, and generating and analyzing data Experience with thermal hazard lab instrumentation with good mechanical aptitude Good organizational, interpersonal, writing, and time management skills Keen attention to detail and the ability to author clear reports The ability to strictly follow established procedures, policies and guidelines required to comply with safety, environmental and GMP expectations in the lab Initiative and independence to develop, apply, and/or improve new systems and best practices Preferred Experience and Skills:
Relevant work experience, where relevant work experience may include:
Experience with thermal analysis techniques including DSC, MMC, ARC/ARSST and SuperCRC/Insight/RC1 Experience with off-gas analysis instruments including Bruker IR, Mettler headspace FTIR and MicroGC Experience with process modeling software such as Dynochem, Aspen, AKTS or other software.
Experience with mathematical modeling using Matlab/Mathematica or similar Experience with evaluating process safety including risks of thermal decomposition, gas generation, vent sizing, static/conductivity, or dust explosivity Organizational and multi-tasking skills to efficiently manage the workflow of requests for testing and guidance Flexibility to adapt to changing work assignments and deadlines Experience with process scale-up and/or technology transfer, moving from laboratory to pilot plant or manufacturing scale NOTICEFORINTERNALAPPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.
If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separationpackage, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package.
To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.
Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).
Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated.
Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.
Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS 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.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA SupplementPay Transparency NondiscriminationWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.
We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
U.
S.
Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5,2023 our U.
S.
Hybrid work model will be as follows:
1.
Three total days on site per week:
Tuesday and Wednesday - plus one additional day of choice based on what works best for organizations and/or teams.
2.
Fridays will formally be a remote-working day unless business critical tasks require onsite presence.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job.
Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected salary range:
$66,080.
00 - $104,100.
00Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State ActsSearch 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:
RegularRelocation:
No relocationVISA Sponsorship:
NoTravel Requirements:
10%Flexible Work Arrangements:
On-SiteShift:
1st - DayValid Driving License:
NoHazardous Material(s):
yes Recommended Skills Api Administration Attention To Detail Calorimetry Chemical Engineering Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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