Clinical Drug Substance Project Coordinator

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Job summary

Merck in Rahway, NJ is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to support clinical drug substance development projects with external CDMO partners. You will coordinate purchase orders, process invoices, track KPIs, and assist with shipping logistics in a hybrid role.

The position requires strong communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• This role requires a basic understanding of synthetic chemistry, pharmaceutical development, or related field.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, tools, and business processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with project coordination, vendor management, procurement, logistics, or data tracking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchase orders and process invoices for CDMO projects.
• Prepare requests for proposals and track key performance indicators.
• Maintain file repositories and review routine reports.
• Support shipping logistics and cross-team collaboration.
• Collaborate with internal partner groups and external organizations.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and proactive communication.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Data Analysis

IT Competency

Learning Agility

Performance Monitoring

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Program Management

Project Controls

Project Development

Project Management

Project Management Tools

Project Planning

Resource Allocation

Status Reporting

Strategic Alliances

Education

B.S. in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

ChemDraw

ELN

Job description

Merck in Rahway, NJ is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to support clinical drug substance development projects with external CDMO partners. You will coordinate purchase orders, process invoices, track KPIs, and assist with shipping logistics in a hybrid role.

The position requires strong communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners is essential.