Sr. Spclst , Technical Product Management

MSD • Rahway, NJ

4d • $117,000 - $184,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a dedicated team supporting Global Manufacturing Laboratories to improve efficiency and compliance while improving the stability and usability of the CDS platform. The role provides exposure to the global CDS architecture (Empower), the SDMS system (NuGenesis), and multiple support teams covering file servers, databases, instruments, and LACEs. The Senior Empower Technical Lead serves as the primary technical authority for Empower configuration, integration, and validation in manufacturing and coordinates development work across DEV, UAT, and PRD environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Pharmaceutical, Scientific, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics field.
• More than 3 years of technical experience with Waters Empower CDS in a multi-site enterprise environment.
• Empower administration expertise, including CDS concepts, ICOP drivers, method troubleshooting, client-server installations, user management, security, and data workflows.
• Strong understanding of chromatography instruments and laboratory workflows.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and cGMP practices.
• Experience influencing, navigating complex or matrix organizations, and forming partnerships with cross-functional teams.
• Good communication skills, including fluency in English.
• Required skills include Applied Engineering, Asset Management, Benefits Management, Biochemical Analysis, Biochemical Assays, Biochemical Tests, Chromatography, GMP Compliance, Healthcare Innovation, Management System Development, Mechatronics, Multi-Site Management, Product Lifecycle, Product Management, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs, Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), and Systems Documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Empower Administration.
• Experience with PowerShell or a similar programming language.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development resources and activities across DEV, UAT, and PRD environments.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for Empower configuration, integration, and validation in the manufacturing space.
• Configure and maintain LACE hardware and images, including Windows 11 and Empower client installations.
• Develop and maintain interfaces to GLIMS, AHLIMS, and NuGenesis.
• Perform SDLC activities, including developing and maintaining system documentation (SOPs) and validation protocols (IQ/OQ).
• Communicate with the Global Empower Team.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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