Scientist – Device Technology Assessment and Early Development SME (Hybrid)

MSD • Rahway, NJ

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Scientist of Device Technology Assessment and Early Development will spearhead early-stage device technology evaluation and feasibility initiatives. This role will focus on front-end development, emphasizing the exploration and assessment of emerging drug delivery device technologies. The ideal candidate will lead efforts in assessing the viability of new concepts and drive early development to enable assets more efficiently in our company early portfolio.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial and/or Systems Engineering, or other types of engineering
• A minimum of a M.S. or a B.S. plus 2 years of design, engineering, and mechanical testing experience.
• Proven track record of applying product design and development methodology in the medical device and/or combination product space.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a strategic thinker; able to influence without formal authority; ability to influence and present complex ideas.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and experimentation.
• Self-motivated and work independently.
• Accountability
• Biomedical Engineering
• Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)
• Combination Products
• Cross-Functional Planning
• Data Analysis
• Deep Learning
• Human Factor Engineering
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Manufacturing Processes
• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Testing
• Mechatronics
• Medical Devices
• Medical Device Technologies
• Medical Product Development
• Procurement Risk Management
• Product Design
• Prototyping
• Risk Management
• Self Motivation
• Statistical Analysis
• Supplier Risk Assessment

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• Relocation: No relocation
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• Travel Requirements: 10%
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: 1st - Day
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• Hazardous Material(s): n/a
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Responsibilities

• Evaluate cutting-edge drug delivery device technologies and their potential applications to our company pipeline.
• Support early feasibility/development studies to determine viability and inform on technology selection and development strategies. This includes, but not limited to, design for manufacture/function analysis, preliminary supply chain development, and supplier risk assessment(s).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate these technological insights into an actionable preliminary development strategy to progress forward to late phase development and commercialization.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and experimentation.

Benefits

• 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 https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees