Senior Biologics Analytics Scientist — R&D Leader

MSD; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

MSD in Rahway, New Jersey is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist to solve complex analytical problems at the interface of biology, chemistry, and lab informatics to enable biologics development. This is a laboratory-based, team-oriented role in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will develop, qualify and transfer assays for monoclonal proteins, lead cross-functional projects, and contribute to scientific publications and regulatory documents.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, or related field with 12 years of relevant experience; or MS with 8 years; or PhD with 4 years.
• Strong background in separations science and extensive experience with UPLC/HPLC analysis of biologics (SEC, RP, IEX).
• Experience with develop/qualify/transfer of release, characterization, stability assays; data analysis and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, implement, troubleshoot and transfer analytical methods for monoclonal proteins or complex therapeutics.
• Lead assay platform development and benchmarking against industry standards; provide technical leadership for DOE/QbD and data interpretation.
• Author internal reports and sections of regulatory filings; mentor and coach team members; communicate effectively across functions.

Job description

MSD in Rahway, New Jersey is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist to solve complex analytical problems at the interface of biology, chemistry, and lab informatics to enable biologics development. This is a laboratory-based, team-oriented role in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will develop, qualify and transfer assays for monoclonal proteins, lead cross-functional projects, and contribute to scientific publications and regulatory documents.