Scientist, Lab Automation & Digital Biotech (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

MSD is seeking a Scientist to design and deploy automation solutions that accelerate pharmaceutical development. You will connect instruments, robotics, and data to create seamless workflows, enabling faster experiments and higher-quality data.

You will work with scientists, engineers, and digital technology specialists to expand current laboratory capabilities. A strong background in lab automation and data-driven decision making is required.

Qualifications

• MS in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or closely related field.
• BS in Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Design automation systems integrating robotics, instrumentation and software.
• Translate experimental needs into scalable automated workflows.
• Collaborate across automation, data science, IT and digital engineering teams.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Automation Technology

Bioprocess Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Data Analysis

Laboratory Automation

Laboratory Instrumentation

Materials Science

Molecular Biology

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Product Development

Python

Scripting

Education

MS in Engineering

BS in Engineering with 2+ years

Tools

DeltaV

Ignition

WinCC OA

Sartorius Ambr250

Job description

MSD is seeking a Scientist to design and deploy automation solutions that accelerate pharmaceutical development. You will connect instruments, robotics, and data to create seamless workflows, enabling faster experiments and higher-quality data.

You will work with scientists, engineers, and digital technology specialists to expand current laboratory capabilities. A strong background in lab automation and data-driven decision making is required.