Senior Scientist, Molecule - Analytical R&D GMP Labs
Job in
Rahway, Union County, New Jersey, 07065, USA
Listed on 2026-03-13
Listing for:
MSD Malaysia
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-13
Job specializations:
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Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutical Science/ Research -
Science
Research Scientist, Data Scientist, Pharmaceutical Science/ Research, Clinical Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** Job Description
**** Senior Scientist, Small Molecule Analytical Research & Development
** The Small Molecule Analytical Research and Development group has an opening for a Senior Scientist based in Rahway, NJ. Join us and experience our culture first-hand - one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences, exceptional science, and a resounding passion for improving human health through innovative drug delivery technologies and predictive analytical tools. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your your role as a Senior Scientist, you will be part of a team of Analytical Chemists working on cross-functional scientific teams to enable novel small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide drug development through laboratory-based analytical characterization and statistical data analysis.
** Primary Responsibilities
*** Support execution of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) activities such as release and stability testing to support development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), pharmaceutical formulations, and manufacturing processes using both traditional and advanced analytical tools.
* Document the execution, procedure, results, and conclusions of experiments in a detailed and organized manner following ALCOA principles.
* Troubleshoot and investigate any challenges associated with the GMP testing through active collaboration with cross-functional project teams and/or Quality stakeholders.
* Validate and implement analytical methods to support release and stability testing of clinical materials.
* Perform data entry, data review, and author analytical reports or data summaries.
* Strong collaboration with fellow Analytical Research & Development colleagues as well as cross-functional partners such as Global Development Quality, Process Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Operations.
* Support compliance audit/inspection activities.
** Education
Minimum Requirements:
*** Bachelor of Science degree, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience
** OR
* ** Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or other Life Sciences with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience
** Required Experience and Skills
*** Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, are necessary to qualify for this role. Candidates will also be required to work in a team environment with cross-functional interactions.
** Preferred Experience and Skills
*** Though not required, the ideal applicant would have hands-on experience in GMP operations, advanced chromatographic separation science, spectroscopy analysis, dissolution testing, and other analytical techniques.
* In addition, experience with Empower, data science, and LCMS are also a plus.
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* Required Skills:
** Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Characterization, Bioprocessing, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Science, Deep Learning, Drug Delivery Technology, Drug Development, Flow Cytometry, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Healthcare Innovation, High-Throughput Screening, Innovative Thinking, Interpersonal Relationships, Machine Learning (ML), Manufacturing Processes, Medicinal Chemistry, Molecular Biology Techniques, Multi-Color Flow Cytometry, Pharmaceutical Formulations {+ 4 more}
** Preferred
Skills:
** Current Employees apply
Current Contingent Workers apply
** US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
** Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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