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Sr. Scientist, Analytical External Capabilities, Biologics (Hybrid)

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At a Glance

Location
USA - New Jersey - Rahway, United States
Work Regime
hybrid
Employment
Full time
Experience
3+ years
Compensation
salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 This is the lowest to highest
Posted
2026-03-23

Key Requirements

Required Skills

Data Analysis

Certifications

  • GMP

Domain Knowledge

  • Regulatory

Requirements

Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Development, Bioanalytical Analysis, Biochemical Assays, Cell-Based Assays, Chromatographic Techniques, Data Analysis, External Collaboration, External Partners, GMP Compliance, GMP Environments, Innovative Thinking, Method Validation, Strategic Thinking

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will work in the Pharmaceutical Analysis & Digital Technologies (PADT) department within the Development Sciences and Clinical Supplies (DSCS) organization and serve as a primary point of contact for externalized analytical deliverables supporting Biologic development programs at various stages of development.

The scope of the role will include realization of the analytical R&D externalization strategy by building analytical capabilities and driving a culture of scientific and operational excellence at our external partners including oversight of a rapidly growing team of external analysts.

The candidate will partner with cross functional Development and Commercialization Teams (DCT’s) and external partners to establish timelines for drug substance and drug product deliverables and will provide oversight of method development, method transfer, as well as release and stability testing for multiple programs.

The candidate will also partner with Bioprocess, Quality, and interdivisional stakeholders to grow our relationships with select vendors by leveraging our company’s ways of working and transform them into strategic partners.

This role represents an excellent opportunity for a scientist or engineer seeking to gain externalization experience, lead the capability build at an external partner, provide oversight to multiple programs, and broaden their experience in biologics development.

Execution of AR&D’s externalization strategy and optimization of the operating model to deliver results aligned with enterprise goals.