Senior Scientist – DSCS Digital Technologies, Laboratory Automation, Benchtop Automation, Data-rich Experimentation for Process Analytical Technology

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Senior Scientist developing data-rich technologies for pharmaceutical development and leading innovative automation projects. Collaborating with scientists across disciplines to integrate advanced solutions into laboratory processes.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeRahway • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $117,000 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design the lab of the future by developing technologies that integrate robotics, analytical instrumentation, and software into cohesive, high-performing solutions
Deliver world-renowned science by partnering with researchers to understand experimental needs and convert them into scalable digital workflows
Work at the intersection of multiple disciplines , collaborating with experts in automation, data science, modeling, IT, and the CMC community at large
Lead high-impact projects from concept through deployment, working across teams and stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes
Continuously improve existing digital technologies and automation platforms to enhance performance, usability, and reliability
Empower others by providing hands-on partnership, support, troubleshooting, and training to scientists using these technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering (i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Material Science or a closely-related field (expected graduation by the end of 2026)
A M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering (i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Material Science or a closely-related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience
A B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering (i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Material Science or a closely-related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience
Background and experience in data-rich technologies in a laboratory setting, including process analytical technology (PAT), benchtop automation, analytical instrumentation and hardware integrations, and software enablement
Demonstrated scientific ability through publications and presentations in scientific conferences.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

roboticsanalytical instrumentationsoftware developmentdata scienceautomationmodelingprocess analytical technology (PAT)benchtop automationhardware integrationsdigital workflows

Soft Skills

collaborationleadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationtrainingsupporttroubleshootingproject managementinterpersonal skillsadaptability