Senior Scientist, Chemistry

Job Description Our company is currently seeking an exceptional individual for a technical leadership position within the Supply Analytical Sciences (SAS) - Analytical Chemistry in Development and Supply (ACDS) organization located at Rahway, NJ, USA. The successful candidate will join a group of innovative scientists with broad deliverables ranging from API analytical troubleshooting to drive lead‑time reduction and efficiency gains in support of our company’s World Class Supplier and Operationalizing Quality goals. The Senior Scientist position is a laboratory‑based scientific track role in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary team environment. Responsibilities Author analytical procedures, development and validation protocols and reports, technical reports, experimental designs, regulatory submission documents, etc. Perform investigations with strong technical troubleshooting skills. Provide documentation/technical input during inspections and audits (Regulatory and Internal) and maintain a working knowledge of data integrity. Provide technical training of staff, as needed, on analytical techniques and problem solving. Influence change in efforts to realize Our Company’s World Class Supply vision through strong leadership, cGMP and Data Integrity knowledge, and excellent problem‑solving skills. Qualifications Education MS in Chemistry or related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant pharmaceutical development experience; or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline. Required Qualifications Working knowledge of analytical techniques used in commercial testing of raw materials, intermediates, and drug substances. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with flexibility and sensitivity in dealing with different cultures. Self‑motivated to take ownership and accountability of issues and drive them to completion. Ability to quickly adapt to changes and develop appropriate plans for managing risks. Willingness to travel abroad. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of developing analytical techniques (chromatography, spectroscopy) and product specification to support drug substance development and registration. Fundamental knowledge of synthetic (organic) chemistry. Knowledge of API development and commercialization. Experience with contract manufacture or contract research organizations. Experience working in cross‑functional teams. Required Skills Adaptability Analytical Method Development Chemical Proteomics Chemical Synthesis Chemometrics Chromatography Data‑Driven Decision Making Flow Cytometry Mass Spectrometry Based Proteomics Motivation Management Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Protein Chromatography Spectroscopy Synthetic Biology Salary & Benefits The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision and other insurance benefits for employee and family, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr MSD Malaysia