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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

Join our team as CMC process expert (solid orals), where your expertise in pharmaceutical technology combined with solution oriented and strategic thinking can truly make an impact! We are looking for a resourceful and motivated new colleague to tackle complex pharmaceutical manufacturing challenges and drive process improvements for products produced and distributed around the globe. In this role, you will collaboratively develop progressive solutions that enhance robustness, boost efficiency, and support transferability of our manufacturing processes. You will lead and collaborate with cross-functional, international teams impacting key decisions within the Global Pharma Manufacturing Senior Leadership. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, you'll work as part of a committed team in a forward-thinking environment. If you're ready to contribute for the future of our pharmaceutical production, we want to hear from you! Apply and be part of an energetic team!

Your role:

Identify and solve highly complex pharmaceutical manufacturing problems.

Develop innovative and scientifically sound solutions to improve the robustness and efficiency of our manufacturing processes.

Anticipate manufacturing and regulatory challenges while proactively driving process and product improvements.

Lead cross-functional, international projects.

Leading a cross-site franchise specific Community of Practice  

Conduct pharmaceutical activities in accordance with applicable legal regulations.

Strategic thinking to promote and prioritize activities that advance Merck´s global pharmaceutical production.

Influence decisions within the Global Pharma Manufacturing Senior Leadership.

Who you are:
 

Licensed pharmacist or equivalent with strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, analytics, development, GMP, and drug approval.

PhD in pharmacy or related fields is a plus.

Strong expertise in the development and commercial manufacturing of solid oral dosage forms

Experience in leading and collaborating with international teams, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence.

Knowledge in process optimization methodologies (e.g. lean six sigma).

Familiar with process control strategies and the implementation of QbD concepts

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Adaptable to new environments, demonstrating critical thinking and cognitive flexibility.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!