Scientist, Analytical R&D (2nd Shift)

Merck • Rahway, NJ

2d • $87,300 - $137,400 • Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist will join a team of Analytical Chemists working on cross-functional scientific teams to support the development of novel 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 experimental procedures, execution, results, and conclusions in accordance with ALCOA principles; troubleshoots GMP testing challenges in collaboration with project teams and Quality stakeholders; validates and implements analytical methods for clinical materials; performs data entry and review; and prepares analytical reports or data summaries. The position also collaborates with Analytical R&D colleagues and cross-functional partners, and supports compliance audits and inspections.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience, or a Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or other Life Sciences and 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions.

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 in data science.
• Experience with LCMS.

Responsibilities

• Support GMP activities, including release and stability testing for active pharmaceutical ingredients, 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 GMP testing challenges 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 Research & Development colleagues and cross-functional partners, including Global Development Quality, Process Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Operations.
• Support compliance audit and inspection activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employees and their families.
• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

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