The Pharmaceutical Research & Development (PR&D) team plays a vital role in the commercial development of the Company's new products.

The UK team based at Hoddesdon is one of three PR&D groups world-wide. It is a multi-disciplinary group, working closely with Merck Research Laboratories' scientists world-wide and with global medical, manufacturing and marketing teams. Its primary function is to develop potential drugs from the basic research stage into a marketable product. The major issues in the development phase are:

• Evaluating potential drug candidates to select the optimal form for development
• Design of formulations to maximise safety and efficacy of our medicines
• Planning and provision of medicines for clinical trials
• Quality and analytical control of the final products to meet regulatory standards

The UK group comprises the following departments:

Analytical Development & Control, Administration Group, Clinical Supplies, Formulation and Process Design, PR&D Automation, Quality Assurance, and Facilities Management and Validation.

The team encompasses a wide range of scientific disciplines including material science, physical organic and analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, pharmacy, pharmacokinetics, logistics, supply chain management, computer applications and automation

If you wish to apply for a position please forward your CV to our Human Resources department at HO_HR@Merck.com or click on the Opportunities link for current vacancies.