Evening Analytical Scientist: GMP & Data Analysis

MSD; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Scientist to join a cross-functional Analytical Chemistry team. The role focuses on analytical characterization and data analysis to support small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides development, with a 2nd shift schedule (3:30 PM–12:00 AM).

The position emphasizes GMP testing, method development, and collaboration with Global Development Quality and Process Chemistry. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant industry experience with a BS in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences
• 1 year of relevant industry experience with an MS in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences or Life Sciences

Responsibilities

• Support GMP activities including release and stability testing for APIs, formulations, and processes.
• Document experiments following ALCOA principles with clear procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Troubleshoot GMP testing challenges in collaboration with cross-functional teams and Quality stakeholders.
• Validate and implement analytical methods for release and stability testing of clinical materials.
• Perform data entry, data review, and author analytical reports or summaries.
• Collaborate with Analytical R&D and cross-functional partners like Global Development Quality, Process Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Operations.
• Support compliance audit/inspection activities.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Chemistry

Analytical Development

Analytical Method Development

Analytical Reports

Chemistry

Data Entry

Data Review

GMP

Laboratory Techniques

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Self Motivation

Stability Testing

SOP Writing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master's degree in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences or Life Sciences

Tools

Empower

LCMS

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Scientist to join a cross-functional Analytical Chemistry team. The role focuses on analytical characterization and data analysis to support small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides development, with a 2nd shift schedule (3:30 PM–12:00 AM).

The position emphasizes GMP testing, method development, and collaboration with Global Development Quality and Process Chemistry. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.