Scientist, Analytical R&D (2nd Shift)

MSD • Rahway, NJ

18h • $87,300 - $137,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Join a global team focused on ethics, integrity, scientific excellence, and improving human health through innovative drug delivery technologies and predictive analytical tools. The Scientist will work with Analytical Chemists on cross-functional scientific teams to support development of small-molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide drugs through laboratory-based analytical characterization and statistical data analysis. This is a second-shift position, with working hours from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM.

The role supports GMP release and stability testing for active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes, using traditional and advanced analytical tools. The Scientist documents experiments according to ALCOA principles, troubleshoots GMP testing issues with project teams and Quality stakeholders, validates and implements analytical methods, reviews and enters data, and authors analytical reports or data summaries. The role also involves collaboration with Analytical R&D colleagues and partners in Global Development Quality, Process Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Operations, as well as supporting compliance audits and inspections.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience with a Bachelor of Science degree, or at least 1 year of relevant industry experience with a Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or another Life Science.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience in GMP operations.
• Experience in advanced chromatographic separation science.
• Experience in spectroscopy analysis.
• Experience in dissolution testing and other analytical techniques.
• Experience with Empower.
• Experience with data science.
• Experience with LCMS.

Responsibilities

• Support GMP activities, including release and stability testing, for APIs, pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes using traditional and advanced analytical tools.
• Document experimental execution, procedures, results, and conclusions in a detailed and organized manner following ALCOA principles.
• Troubleshoot and investigate challenges associated with GMP testing in collaboration with cross-functional project teams and Quality stakeholders.
• Validate and implement analytical methods to support release and stability testing of clinical materials.
• Perform data entry and data review, and author analytical reports or data summaries.
• Collaborate with Analytical R&D colleagues and cross-functional partners, including Global Development Quality, Process Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Operations.
• Support compliance audits and inspection activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays.
• Vacation.
• Compassionate and sick days.
• Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level