Scientist, Engineering Specialist

Job Description

The Chemical Commercialization Technology (CCT) department, part of our Manufacturing Division, seeks self-motivated individuals who want to work in a highly collaborative environment that provides substantial technical responsibility and leadership of internal and external work.

The Scientist, Engineering position leverages scientific and technical experience to develop safe and robust processes through process characterization, technology transfer, validation, filing, and supply support. The incumbent will provide scientific expertise in small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) process characterization work by learning and utilizing Quality Risk Management methodologies and tools for statistical design of experiments. This role involves hands‑on wet chemistry experimentation at the laboratory bench and kilo‑lab scale in addition to technology transfer to commercial manufacturing facilities.

The scientist will exhibit a mindset of safety and quality compliance, following current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and participating in risk assessments, deviation investigations, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Approximately 10–20% travel time is expected.

• BS with 2 years of experience or MS in Chemical Engineering (or related engineering field) from an accredited college/university.

• Strong understanding of chemistry and/or chemical engineering fundamental concepts.
• Desire to learn and engage in process scale‑up and technology transfer, moving from laboratory to pilot plant or factory scale.
• Desire to perform both laboratory experimentation and on‑site support of scale‑up activities and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to work in the laboratories at the Rahway, New Jersey site with occasional domestic and international travel, as necessary. This is primarily a laboratory‑based role and onsite presence is required.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, writing, and time‑management skills.

• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Experience with process development in a laboratory, pilot‑scale, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with developing and executing an experimental program to address issues with process design, robustness, or productivity for an existing product/process.
• Familiarity with statistical design and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with concepts and application of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) ideally during pharmaceutical drug substance/ drug product development and production, e.g. in a pilot and/or factory setting.

• Accountability
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemical Technology
• Data Analysis
• Detail‑Oriented
• Experimentation
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Innovation
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Pharmaceutical Process Development
• Process Characterization
• Process Scale Up
• Quality Risk Assessment
• Risk Assessments
• Technology Transfer
• Wet Chemistry
• Writing Technical Documents

Approximately 10–20% travel time is expected.

The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 – $.

The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance benefits; retirement benefits including 401(k); paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

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.

Domestic relocation. Visa sponsorship:
No. Shift: 1st – Day. Valid driving license:
No. Hazardous material(s): N/A. Job posting end date: 01/13/2026. Requisition : R378929.