Associate Principal Scientist, Supply Analytical Sciences (SAS) Full-time NEW

Associate Principal Scientist

We are currently seeking an exceptional individual for an Associate Principal Scientist position within the Supply Analytical Sciences (SAS) – Analytical Chemistry in Development and Supply (ACDS) organization located in West Point, PA or Rahway, NJ. This position is a scientific role in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment. The successful candidate will be joining a group of innovative analytical scientists with broad deliverables to support commercial pharmaceutical products ensuring undisrupted supply of our company products to patients globally.

The incumbent is expected to interact closely with internal sites and external partners in our Company network in identifying issues/gaps and implementing solutions, providing strong analytical support such as troubleshooting laboratory test methods and workflows as well as material for ensuring compliant, robust, and responsive supply. The individual will have a deep understanding of the global regulatory and business environment and the needs related to pharmaceutical drug substance and drug product development, GMP compliance in commercial manufacturing and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or execute analytical method development, improvement, validation and/or transfer activities
• Author analytical procedures and/or methods development and validation protocols, technical reports, experimental designs, regulatory submission documents, etc.
• Lead and/or perform investigations with strong technical troubleshooting skills and assist in developing/implementing CAPAs
• Provide documentation/technical input during inspections and audits (Regulatory and Internal)

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related discipline with at least ten (10) years of relevant pharmaceutical development experience, OR
• Master's Degree in Chemistry or related discipline with at least eight (8) years of relevant experience, OR
• PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with at least four (4) years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical chemistry knowledge and extensive experience in analytical development
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability including the ability to perform investigations with strong technical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with common analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, dissolution, and Karl Fischer
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment
• Ability to influence team direction for complex situations and navigate ambiguity
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes and develop appropriate plans for managing risks
• Strategic thinking and ability to articulate the “big” picture along with demonstrated ability in asking the right questions to drive critical conversations

Preferred

• Working knowledge of pharmaceutical drug substance and/or drug product development and commercialization
• Working knowledge of CMC filing requirements and regulatory guidances (e.g., ICH) for drug substance and/or drug product
• Working knowledge of GMP and data integrity and recent industry trends in commercial production space

Required Skills:

Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Development, Bioanalysis, Biochemical Analysis, cGMP Regulations, Chemical Biology, Chemical Synthesis, Chemistry, Clinical Judgment, Computational Chemistry, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Deep Learning, Drug Development, Enzymology, Experimental Development, GMP Compliance, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Investigation Procedures, IT Leadership, Laboratory Investigations {+ 13 more}

Preferred Skills:

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The salary range for this role is $142,400.00 – $224,100.00. 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, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

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Regular

No relocation

No

10%

Hybrid

1st – Day

No

N/A

04/4/2026

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