Senior Scientist, Analytical R&D
Merck
September 09, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Rahway, NJ)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Scientist in Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences, focusing on developing innovative analytical methodologies for drug substances and products across early to late development phases. Responsibilities include solving analytical challenges for small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides, designing studies to optimize synthetic routes and formulations, and implementing GMP-compliant analytical methods for clinical and release testing. The role involves contributing to regulatory submissions, authoring technical documents, and collaborating with internal and external partners, with a focus on advancing drug delivery technologies. Qualifications: PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related field, or equivalent industry experience with at least 3-7 years; proven research record, strong communication, leadership, and collaborative skills. Preferred skills encompass large molecule characterization (oligonucleotides, peptides), chromatography (LC, GC), mass spectrometry, and data science. High-value specifics: emphasis on biologics, oligonucleotides, peptides, and small molecules; supporting early to late phase clinical programs; GMP environment; and cross-functional teamwork. Work setup: based in Rahway, NJ, with 5-10% travel.