Senior Scientist - Analytical Development & GMP Expertise

MSD; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, is seeking a Senior Scientist in the Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences group to advance analytical methodologies for small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides across development stages.

You will lead studies, implement GMP-compliant methods, contribute to regulatory submissions, mentor teams, and collaborate across partners to enable clinical trials and robust product characterization.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent with pharmaceutical analytical focus.
• Advanced degree with relevant industry experience.
• Experience communicating scientific data and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Drive analytical development for small molecules, peptides and oligonucleotides.
• Design studies to understand synthetic routes, formulations and processes.
• Develop GMP-compliant analytical methods for development and release testing.
• Lead innovative teams shaping analytical tools for the future.
• Prepare regulatory submissions and respond to agency questions.

Skills

Adaptability

Analytical Method Development

Assay Development

Bioanalytical Analysis

Biochemical Assays

Biopharmaceuticals

Chromatographic Techniques

Chromatography

Data Science

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Process Analytical Technology (PAT)

Project Management

Regulatory Submissions

Ribonucleic Acid (RNA)

Strategic Thinking

Technical Writing

NMR Analysis

GMP Compliance

GMP Environments

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Master’s degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, is seeking a Senior Scientist in the Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences group to advance analytical methodologies for small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides across development stages.

You will lead studies, implement GMP-compliant methods, contribute to regulatory submissions, mentor teams, and collaborate across partners to enable clinical trials and robust product characterization.