Senior Scientist, Analytical R&D (Onsite)

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 117.000 - 184.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Merck & Co. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Scientist to join the Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences group. You will lead analytical development for small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides, shaping methods, reporting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance drug products.

The role emphasizes scientific leadership, regulatory readiness, and publication of findings, with travel up to 10% and a path toward impactful innovation within GMP environments.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related discipline.
• Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline plus at least 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline, plus at least 7 years of industry experience.

Aufgaben

• Drive solutions to analytical development challenges for synthetic small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide active pharmaceutical ingredients and pharmaceutical products using conventional and novel technologies.
• Design scientific studies to inform the selection and deep understanding of synthetic routes, formulation compositions, and manufacturing processes.
• Implement analytical methods for laboratory development, as well as release and shelflife assessment of clinical supplies under good manufacturing practice (GMP) conditions.
• Provide leadership not only on drug development pipeline projects, but also innovative technology teams shaping analytical methods and tools of the future.
• Authoring regulatory submission documents across the project development lifecycle, and responding to agency questions.
• Documenting work in a detailed and timely manner.
• Collaborating effectively with internal and external partners.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Method Development

LC/GC Methods

Mass Spectrometry

NMR

Bioanalytical Analysis

Regulatory Submissions

GMP Environments

Technical Writing

Strategic Thinking

Ausbildung

PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related discipline

Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline + 3 yrs pharma

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline + 7 yrs industry

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences group has an opening for a Senior Scientist based in Rahway, NJ. Join us and experience our culture first‑hand - one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences, exceptional science, and a resounding passion for improving human health through innovative drug delivery technologies and predictive analytical tools. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Driving solutions to analytical development challenges for synthetic small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide active pharmaceutical ingredients and pharmaceutical products using conventional and novel technologies.
• Designing scientific studies to inform the selection and deep understanding of synthetic routes, formulation compositions, and manufacturing processes.
• Implementing analytical methods for laboratory development, as well as release and shelflife assessment of clinical supplies under good manufacturing practice (GMP) conditions.
• Providing leadership not only on drug development pipeline projects, but also innovative technology teams shaping analytical methods and tools of the future.
• Authoring regulatory submission documents across the project development lifecycle lifecycle, as well as responding to agency questions.
• Documenting work in a detailed and timely manner.
• Collaborating effectively with internal and external partners.
• Presenting results of experiments and innovation efforts to project teams and at various cross‑functional forums.
• Engaging in the external scientific community, e.g., through participation in professional organizations, conferences, and publications.
• Travel Requirements: 5‑10% Travel.

Education Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must hold one one of:

• PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related discipline.
• Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline plus at least 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline, plus at least 7 years of industry experience.

Required Experience and Skills:

• A proven record of strong technical problem solving and innovative research experience, supported by scientific publications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

While not required, experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:

• Experience with large molecule characterization (oligonucleotides, enzymes, peptides, etc.).
• Chromatography (e.g., LC, GC) method development, analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Other advanced analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry or dissolution.
• Data science.

Required Skills:

Analytical Method Development, Assay Development, Bioanalytical Analysis, Chemistry, Drug Development, GMP Environments, Innovative Thinking, Liquid Chromatography (LC), Mass Spectrometry (MS), Method Development, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Pharmaceutical Industry, Regulatory Submissions, Strategic Thinking, Technical Writing

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

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The primary location for this posting is:

USA - New Jersey - Rahway

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.

The salary range for the primary location of this role is:

$117,000.00 - $184,200.00

This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.

San Francisco Residents Only:

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Los Angeles Residents Only:

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

11/22/2026

A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date.

Requisition ID:

R424933