Sr. Scientist, Analytical R&D

Job Description

The Small Molecule Analytical Research and Development 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.

• 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 shelf‑life assessment of clinical supplies under good manufacturing practice (GMP) conditions.
• Providing leadership on drug development pipeline projects and 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.
• Presenting results of experiments and innovation efforts to project teams and at various cross‑functional forums.
• Engaging in the external scientific community through participation in professional organizations, conferences, and publications.

Travel Requirements: 5‑10 % travel.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

10 % travel.

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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 .

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. We are a federal contractor and comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.