Associate Principal Scientist, Analytical R&D (Onsite)

Job Description

Container Closure Integrity Testing Lead, Associate Principal Scientist, Analytical Research & Development

The Analytical Research and Development group has an opening for an Associate Principal 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.

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Associate Principal Scientist with deep subject expertise in Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT) technology development and proven experience overseeing CCIT, as we establish CCIT testing capabilities for our clinical portfolio in various product images (vial, syringe, medical delivery device, bulk/flexible/rigid containers). This individual will lead the AR&D CCIT strategy discussion and should be able to provide subject matter expertise for CCIT technologies, method development, validation, and method transfer, as well as provide technical and GMP support during CCIT by internal and external sites and be familiar with current industry and regulatory requirements on CCIT.

This position will involve method troubleshooting, analytical tech transfer, and analytical procedure lifecycle (APLC) management with a focus on Container Closure Integrity testing (CCIT) and compendial methods. The successful candidate will interface with our Research and development teams and CCIT SMEs across our Company network and external partners to provide SME support where needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead AR&D CCIT strategy for pipeline product development.

• Responsible for validating and performing CCIT for clinical supply release and stability testing according to specifications for all programs including vials, medical device components and combination products.

• Responsible for performing validation activities to support commercial method validation and transfer activities in collaboration with analytical projects leads and Device Development & Technology, Development Quality, and Strategy Leads.

• Support, manage, and coordinate analytical support for vials, medical device release testing in a timely manner following GMP procedures.

• Document the execution, procedure, results, and conclusions of experiments in a detailed manner in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original and Accurate (ALCOA) principles.

• Author technical reports, analysis certificates, investigations/deviation records, and SOPs.

• Perform data entry, data review/approval, and author analytical reports or data summaries.

• Troubleshoot and lead any investigations associated with GMP testing through active collaboration with Device Development & Technology, Development Quality. Identify appropriate corrective and preventative actions.

• Directly contributes to experimental design, execution, and data interpretation for validation studies.

• Support internal and external compliance audit activities.

Education Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 1+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience for applicants with a PhD degree graduating on or before Spring 2025; 4 years of experience with a MS degree, or 6 years of experience with a BS in Science or Engineering.

Required Experience and Skills

A proven record of cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and strong technical problem solving. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills, are necessary to qualify for this role.

Preferred Experience and Skills

Though not required, the ideal applicant would have hands-on experience conducting CCIT in GMP operations, prior experience with analytical technology transfers, and experience leading cross-functional teams is a plus.

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The salary range for this role is

$139,600.00 - $219,700.00

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 employees 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 .

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

Yes

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Method Development, Applied Engineering, Assay Development, Biological Assay Development, Biomaterials, Cell-Based Assays, Chromatographic Techniques, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Entry, External Collaboration, High Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS), Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Management Process, Mass Spectrometry Analysis, Medical Devices, Medical Device Testing, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Operational Excellence, Optimistic Attitude, Preventive Action, Process Analytical Technology (PAT), Product Lifecycle, Protein Analysis {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

06/20/2025

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