Assoc Prin. Scientist, Analytical R&D

Merck
📍 Rahway, NJ, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 29, 2026

Job Description

**Job Description**

The Materials & Biophysical Characterization (MBC) group within Pharmaceutical Analysis & Digital Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and technically focused individual interested in positively impacting our Company's pipeline from discovery through development and commercial launch. This position is for a Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist to be a key member of a team responsible for the physicochemical characterization of pharmaceutical materials including small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), chemical intermediates, peptides, novel excipients, drug-product intermediates, and drug products.

The candidate will utilize their expertise in physical organic chemistry or materials science as a member of cross-functional teams to tackle scientific challenges related to crystallization, polymorph and salt-selection, drug-excipient compatibility, characterization of amorphous solid dispersions, and physical stability API and drug...

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Job Details

  • Location Rahway, NJ
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 29, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 04, 2026