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Assoc. Scientist, Chemistry

Job in West Point, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19486, USA
Listing for: Merck
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-31
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Pharmaceutical Science/ Research, Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 71900 USD Yearly USD 71900.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: West Point

Job Description

The Analytical Commercialization Technology (ACT) department within Analytical Chemistry in Development and Supply (ACDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Scientist at our West Point, PA site in our small molecule drug product Preliminary Stability Study testing laboratory.

In this role, you will be utilizing analytical characterization technologies and compliance principles to drive method robustness and high-quality stability data in support of late-stage pharmaceutical drug product development and commercialization.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, stability sample analysis, SOP authoring, contributing to new technology or continuous improvement measures for optimized laboratory operations, and day-to-day problem solving. The successful candidate must have a proactive mindset and be able to collaborate in a dynamic and compliance-focused environment.

Required Experience And Skills
  • BS/BA in chemistry or related scientific fields with at least 2+ years equivalent work experience
  • Familiar with common analytical instrumentation.
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Experience And Skills
  • Experience working in a GLP/GMP laboratory setting.
  • Experience with analytical techniques such H/UPLC, Karl Fischer, and dissolution and ability in trouble shooting these methodologies.
  • Experiences with analytical work in the pharmaceutical industry, such as method development and validation.
Required Skills
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Analytical Development
  • Analytical Instrumentation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Chemical Physics
  • Chemical Research
  • Chemical Technology
  • Chemistry
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Management
  • Dosage Forms
  • GMP Laboratory
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
  • Teamwork
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.

Requirements

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. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.

Salary Range

$71,900.00 - $

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this 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
  • 401(k)
  • paid holidays
  • vacation
  • compassionate and sick days

More information about benefits is available at

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

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

08/5/2026

Requisition

R409332

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