Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced, field-based Technical Services Veterinarian – Swine to join our Swine business unit. The successful candidate will partner closely with our sales and marketing teams and with key customers to support modern swine production through technical expertise, field support, and post-approval research.

This is a field-based role within the Midwest region with an expectation of 50–60% travel to internal and external meetings, field investigations, and assigned swine business projects.

• Key Responsibilities Technical Support & Presentations

• Provide technical support for our swine product portfolio to both internal and external customers.

• Deliver technical presentations, including sales force training, and support implementation of products and services at the customer level.

• Address product-related questions and manage technical discussions around adverse events with key customers.

• Field Research & Investigations

• Plan, coordinate, and execute post-approval field research trials in modern swine production systems.

• Conduct field investigations in collaboration with sales and other internal stakeholders to identify customer needs and provide data-driven recommendations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with sales professionals to identify customer needs and opportunities for technical engagement.

• Collaborate with marketing on key business initiatives, providing scientific and practical input to support product positioning and customer value.

• Contribute to cross-functional projects within the Swine business unit as assigned.

• Required Education, Experience, and Skills Education & Licensure

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) required.

• Current veterinary license in at least one U.S. state is mandatory.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in veterinary medicine with a focus on swine production.

• Experience in a Technical Services role or a commensurate veterinary position supporting modern swine production systems.

• Demonstrated familiarity with modern swine production systems (e.g., large integrated systems, herd health programs, production metrics).

• Skills & Competencies

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical information into practical solutions for diverse audiences.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with customers and internal teams.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and the capability to influence without direct authority.

• Proven ability to work independently as a self-starter while thriving in a team-oriented environment.

• Comfortable with 50–60% travel for meetings, field work, and business projects.

Required Skills: Animal Science, Data Analysis, Field Investigations, Field Research, Livestock Care, Swine Production, Technical Services, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Practice

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Hybrid Work Model:

• Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday
• Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.

This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The salary range for this role is

$106,200.00 - $167,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

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.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: Domestic

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 50%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote

Shift: 1st

• Day

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Hazardous Material(s): N/A

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