Senior Scientist, Analytical R&D (Onsite)

MSD • Rahway, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences group is seeking a Senior Scientist based in Rahway, New Jersey. The role is part of a team that develops analytical methodologies for early- through late-phase programs involving drug substances, drug product dosage forms, combination products, and different modalities. Work includes analytical characterization, imaging tools, and data analysis, as well as contributing to regulatory submissions that enable clinical trials. The position provides scientific leadership on drug development projects and innovative technology teams, and involves collaboration with internal and external partners and participation in the external scientific community. The role is onsite, works on the first (day) shift, and has a stated travel requirement of 5–10%.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related discipline; or a master’s degree in one of these fields plus at least 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields plus at least 7 years of industry experience.
• Proven record of strong technical problem-solving and innovative research experience, supported by scientific publications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with large-molecule characterization, such as oligonucleotides, enzymes, or peptides.
• Chromatography (e.g., LC or GC) method development, analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with advanced analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry or dissolution.
• Data science.

Responsibilities

• Address analytical development challenges for synthetic small-molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide active pharmaceutical ingredients and pharmaceutical products using conventional and novel technologies.
• Design scientific studies to inform selection and understanding of synthetic routes, formulation compositions, and manufacturing processes.
• Implement analytical methods for laboratory development and for release and shelf-life assessment of clinical supplies under GMP conditions.
• Provide leadership on drug development pipeline projects and innovative technology teams developing future analytical methods and tools.
• Author regulatory submission documents throughout the project development lifecycle and respond to agency questions.
• Document work in a detailed and timely manner.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Present experimental and innovation results to project teams and cross-functional forums.
• Engage with the external scientific community through professional organizations, conferences, and publications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and 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 an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree