Director, Discovery Process Chemistry

Merck
Full-time West Point, PA other-general
Posted:
June 17, 2026
Location:
West Point, PA, United States

Job Description

**Job Description**

**Director, Discovery Process Chemistry, West Point, PA**

**Job Description**

Throughout the drug discovery lifecycle, sustained investment in innovative chemistry can inspire design and enable the synthesis of the best molecules. In this context, the Discovery Process Chemistry (DPC) group works in partnership with Discovery teams to advance programs into uncharted chemical space and subsequently transition lead compounds into development.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to function as the Director of the West Point Discovery Process Chemistry team. The successful candidate is responsible for managing a portfolio of preclinical projects and a team of discovery process chemists at our West Point site. This role will be part of the Discovery Process Chemistry leadership team and contribute to key scientific, strategic, and business decisions facing the function.

**Key Responsibilities**

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: West Point, United States
Posted: June 17, 2026
Deadline: June 22, 2026