Oral Formulation Scientist — Drug Product Development

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a passionate scientist to support formulation development of new chemical entities from first-in-human stages through final market formulation and process robustness assessment.

The role involves applying basic scientific principles in lab and pilot plant settings, contributing to data analysis, and collaborating closely with a matrix team to deliver scalable drug products.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related chemical/Pharmaceutical field by June 2027.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills.
• Experience with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Supports formulation development from initial to market formulations.
• Operates in lab/pilot plant environments (non-GMP and GMP).
• Performs routine experiments and interprets data with guidance.
• Troubleshoots equipment and processes as needed.
• Learns practical lab skills and fundamental principles daily.
• Manages priorities with supervision and team collaboration.
• Keeps awareness of new technologies to advance pharmaceutical science.

Skills

Ability to learn

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S./M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related

Tools

JMP

Minitab

MATLAB

Job description

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a passionate scientist to support formulation development of new chemical entities from first-in-human stages through final market formulation and process robustness assessment.

The role involves applying basic scientific principles in lab and pilot plant settings, contributing to data analysis, and collaborating closely with a matrix team to deliver scalable drug products.