Hybrid Project Coordinator for Clinical Supply & Vendors

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

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, is seeking a detail‑oriented coordinator to provide day‑to‑day operational and administrative support for clinical drug substance development with external CDMO partners. The role spans purchase orders, invoices, procurement requests, KPI tracking, file maintenance, and shipping logistics in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in a related scientific discipline, demonstrates strong communication, and is proficient with Microsoft Office;

Qualifications

• B.S. in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Basic understanding of synthetic chemistry, pharmaceutical development, or a related scientific field.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, tools, and business processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with ChemDraw, ELN, or related scientific documentation tools is preferred.
• Prior internship, co-op, academic, or work experience involving project coordination, vendor management, procurement, logistics, or data tracking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchase orders and invoices; track shipping and logistics.
• Prepare requests for proposals and support procurement processes.
• Monitor KPIs and maintain file repositories.
• Review routine reports and support cross‑functional communication.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure timely deliverables.

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 a related scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

ChemDraw

ELN

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, is seeking a detail‑oriented coordinator to provide day‑to‑day operational and administrative support for clinical drug substance development with external CDMO partners. The role spans purchase orders, invoices, procurement requests, KPI tracking, file maintenance, and shipping logistics in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in a related scientific discipline, demonstrates strong communication, and is proficient with Microsoft Office;