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Senior Poultry Scientific Technician

Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 7 Nov)

MSD

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Work mode: Remote from Spain
Contract: Full-time
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Required

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Nice to have

Data Analysis

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Science; a Degree in Veterinary Medicine will be highly valued.
Demonstrable technical experience in the poultry sector, management of commercial hatcheries or veterinary biologicals.
Fluent command of Spanish and English (spoken and written), with excellent scientific and business communication skills.
Strong customer orientation and proven ability in managing technical and commercial relationships at the field level.
Solid business vision, strategic thinking, and ability for planning and prioritization.
Strong competencies in project management and driving initiatives in multidisciplinary teams.
Affinity with the digital environment and familiarity or interest in data analysis tools, CRM platforms, and Artificial Intelligence-based solutions.
Collaborative mindset, personal initiative, and ease in creating professional networks (networking) both locally and internationally.
Availability and flexibility to travel approximately 50% of the working time throughout the national territory.

Nice to have

Adaptability, Customer Relationship Building, Data Analysis, Personal Initiative, Product Management, Regulatory Compliance, Scientific Writing, Training and Development, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Sciences

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Employee Status: Regular

The role

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join us as a Sr. Poultry Scientific Technician within our Animal Health Business Unit in Spain. This position offers total geographic flexibility, allowing you to reside anywhere in the national territory, and requires approximately 50% field mobility during working hours to support customers and facilities.

In this role, and in close coordination with marketing, sales, global technical teams, and data analysis, you will develop and implement the technical and scientific strategy of the Poultry Unit. You will be a key piece in offering differentiated solutions to customers, optimizing incubation processes and chick quality, and integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and data-driven services that drive animal health and welfare in the field.

What you'll do

Lead the technical and scientific strategy: Develop and implement the technical strategy of the Poultry Unit in Spain, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and global teams to translate scientific data into measurable and digitized value for the customer.
KOL alliances and scientific outreach: Consolidate strategic relationships with Academia and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), leading post-authorization studies and transforming field data into scientific publications for national and international congresses.
Develop high-level scientific support: ensure up-to-date knowledge of available laboratory techniques to support the product portfolio and customers
Advanced vaccination support: Provide expert knowledge and first-class support in industrial vaccination systems. Perform comprehensive technical audits in commercial hatcheries to optimize chick viability and quality, managing the biological portfolio from hatchery to farm and driving cutting-edge diagnostic and administration technologies.
Drive data analytics and Artificial Intelligence: Leverage AI tools and predictive analytics to correlate historical incubation data with farm health results, while automating the generation of technical field reports.
Commercial training and pharmacovigilance: Design tailored technical and scientific training for marketing and sales teams, support omnichannel plans through digital platforms (CRM/Veeva, analytics), and actively participate in pharmacovigilance and regulatory compliance activities.

How you'll work

Job Description

Location: Remote / Flexible anywhere in Spain
Mobility: Approximately 50% of working time

Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote

About MSD

MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the Spanish affiliate of Merck & Co., Inc., a global research-driven pharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey, USA. The company discovers, develops, and manufactures innovative medicines and vaccines across therapeutic areas including oncology, infectious diseases, and cardiovascular health. With operations in over 140 countries and a workforce of roughly 70,000 employees worldwide, MSD is one of the largest and most influential healthcare companies in the world.

In Spain, MSD operates from its offices in Madrid, serving as the commercial and medical hub for the Iberian region. The Spanish affiliate is known for a professional, science-driven culture that values collaboration and innovation, and it regularly hires international talent across functions such as clinical research, medical affairs, and commercial operations. For international professionals, MSD offers a global career framework, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on medicines that reach patients worldwide, making it an attractive employer for those seeking a stable, multinational environment in Spain.

Industry: Pharma
Founded: 1891
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Rahway, USA
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

MSD operates globally under the name MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) outside the US and Canada, so the Spanish entity is MSD Spain.
The Spanish affiliate is based in Madrid and is one of the company's key European hubs for medical, regulatory, and commercial activities.
The company offers a global mobility framework, making it feasible for international hires to move to Spain and later rotate to other countries.
English is the working language for many internal communications, easing the transition for non-Spanish speakers.
MSD is known for strong investment in R&D, with annual R&D budgets exceeding $10 billion, offering exposure to cutting-edge science.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a company, we have a firm commitment to placing health and welfare at the heart of everything we do, striving to discover solutions and treatments for some of the world's most demanding health challenges. We are proud to foster a diverse, talented, and committed environment, convinced that the most disruptive innovation arises when different ideas converge in an inclusive space. If you are ready to make a real difference in animal health, apply today!