Postdoctoral Research Fellow, NMR Spectroscopy

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking a researcher to lead independent NMR investigations on biologics, integrating advanced spectroscopy with computational tools to understand biomolecular dynamics.

The role involves developing new NMR experiments, automating spectral analysis, and collaborating across analytical and pharmaceutical sciences teams to publish findings and drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Expertise in NMR spectroscopy and interpretation of multidimensional or complex NMR data.
• Strong record of scientific achievement, including peer‑reviewed publications or conference presentations.
• Ability to design, execute, analyze, and communicate independent research in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute independent research in NMR spectroscopy applied to biologics.
• Develop and optimize NMR experiments and spectral analysis strategies for complex biomolecules and pharmaceutical formulations.
• Create automated workflows to detect and interpret distinctive chemical shifts, linewidths, couplings, and other diagnostic spectral features.
• Evaluate structure generation methods and chemical shift prediction approaches, including AI, machine learning, and physics-based models.
• Integrate NMR data with molecular dynamics and iterative structural refinement to characterize biomolecular conformational ensembles.
• Apply developed methods to therapeutic proteins, novel biologic modalities, peptides, adjuvants, and other pharmaceutically relevant systems.
• Collaborate with teams in PADT, Large Molecule Analytical, Pharmaceutical Sciences & Device Development, and Protein Sciences and Biophysics.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present research at scientific meetings.

Skills

NMR spectroscopy

Publications

Independent research

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Python

C/C++

Rust

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute independent research in NMR spectroscopy applied to biologics.
• Develop and optimize NMR experiments and spectral analysis strategies for complex biomolecules and pharmaceutical formulations.
• Create automated workflows to detect and interpret distinctive chemical shifts, linewidths, couplings, and other diagnostic spectral features.
• Evaluate structure generation methods and chemical shift prediction approaches, including AI, machine learning, and physics-based models.
• Integrate NMR data with molecular dynamics and iterative structural refinement to characterize biomolecular conformational ensembles.
• Apply developed methods to therapeutic proteins, novel biologic modalities, peptides, adjuvants, and other pharmaceutically relevant systems.
• Collaborate with teams in PADT, Large Molecule Analytical, Pharmaceutical Sciences & Device Development, and Protein Sciences and Biophysics.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present research at scientific meetings.

Education

Must currently hold a PhD OR Receive a Ph.D. no later than spring 2027 Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Required Experience and Skills

• Expertise in NMR spectroscopy and interpretation of multidimensional or complex NMR data.
• Strong record of scientific achievement, including peer‑reviewed publications or conference presentations.
• Ability to design, execute, analyze, and communicate independent research in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience in biomolecular NMR or structural biology.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, Rust, or other scientific programming languages.
• Knowledge of molecular modeling, machine learning, and generative AI.

The salary range for this role is: $82,000- $92,000

Required Skills

Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Dynamics (MD), Molecular Modeling, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR), Scientific Literacy, Scientific Research

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship

Yes

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

10/12/2026
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