Scientist, Analytical R&D (2nd Shift)

MSD • Rahway, NJ

2d • $87,300 - $137,400

About The Position

As a Scientist, you will join a team of Analytical Chemists working on cross-functional scientific teams to enable novel small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide drug development. The work involves 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 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) activities, including release and stability testing for development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes. It also involves analytical method validation and implementation, experimental documentation, data handling and reporting, troubleshooting, collaboration with scientific and quality partners, and support for 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 Sciences field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions.
• Required skills listed in the posting include adaptability, analytical chemistry, analytical development, analytical method development, analytical reports, chemistry, data entry, data review, GMP, laboratory techniques, multidisciplinary teamwork, self-motivation, stability testing, standard operating procedure (SOP) writing, and troubleshooting.

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, data science, and LCMS.

Responsibilities

• Support GMP activities, including release and stability testing for APIs, pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes, using traditional and advanced analytical tools.
• Document experiment 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 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, and vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employees and families.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, 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