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Lead Research Scientist
Croda —Plainsboro, NJ
- $120,000 - $145,000 a year
- Online Application
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- Doctor of Philosophy
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- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Early Development Program Lead – NH/NJ
Insmed Incorporated —Bridgewater, NJ
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- Doctor of Philosophy
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Early Development Program Lead – Cambridge
Insmed Incorporated —Bridgewater, NJ
- $255,000 - $347,500 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. —Basking Ridge, NJ
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- Bachelor of Science
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Genmab —Princeton, NJ
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- 8 years
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Manager, Clinical Study Lead
Regeneron —Warren, NJ
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- 6 years
- Health insurance
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Executive Director, Medical Safety Assessment Therapeutic Lead, Neuroscience
Bristol-Myers Squibb —Princeton, NJ
- $334,860 - $405,769 a year
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Senior Director, CMC Team Leader
Bristol-Myers Squibb —New Brunswick, NJ
- $234,100 - $283,672 a year
- Email
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- 5 years
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- Disability insurance
Sr. Director, TA Lead - Trial Analytics, Insights, and Planning (TAIP)
Bristol-Myers Squibb —Princeton, NJ
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- Email
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- Computer science
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- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Associate Director, Risk Based Quality Management Lead
Summit Therapeutics —Princeton, NJ
- $174,000 - $204,000 a year
- Nursing
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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Ashland —Bridgewater, NJ
- Full-time
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Executive Director, Clinical Program Lead
Insmed Incorporated —Bridgewater, NJ
- $306,000 - $417,000 a year
- Full-time
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- Medicine
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- Doctor of Philosophy
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Director, Medical Safety Lead - DSPV, Gene Therapy
Insmed Incorporated —Bridgewater, NJ
- $247,000 - $337,000 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
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Lead Research Scientist

Croda -
Plainsboro, NJ

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Job Details

$120,000 - $145,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Statistics
Polymers experience in materials engineering
Developing new product formulations
Team leadership
Technical documentation
Process design
Chemical scale-up projects
Material selection and characterization
Data integrity and documentation
Polymer chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy
Pharmaceutical analysis
Materials analysis (analytical chemistry specialty)
Compliance documentation
Physical analysis
Scalability
Chemical new product development projects
Cross-functional communication
Leading research teams
Statistical analysis tools
Molecular analysis

Full Job Description

Senior Research Scientist (Pharma)

Croda is a FTSE 100 specialty chemical manufacturer driven by our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With a global presence and deep expertise in high-performance materials, Croda Pharma develops innovative solutions that support pharmaceutical development, drug delivery, and bioprocessing.

We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist – Synthetic Chemistry (Polymer-Enabled) to join our Princeton R&D team. This role is designed for a strong synthetic chemist with a robust background in polymer chemistry and analytical science, who can operate beyond discovery chemistry to deliver scalable, manufacturable solutions within a specialty chemicals environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Process Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Commercial functions, to translate scientific innovation into practical, industrial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Research Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the design, development, and characterization of new excipient systems and the improvement of existing ones.

Lead the design and synthesis of chemical systems, including polymers, small molecules, and hybrid materials for pharmaceutical applications
Apply polymer chemistry expertise to develop functional excipients, delivery-enabling materials, and specialty chemical solutions, while contributing broadly across synthetic chemistry challenges
Translate laboratory chemistry into scalable processes, working collaboratively with process development and manufacturing teams
Utilize analytical chemistry tools (e.g., NMR, HPLC, GPC, LC-MS, FTIR, GC-FID/MS, and thermal analysis) to characterize materials and guide development decisions
Establish structure–property relationships to inform product performance and application
Apply data-driven approaches (DoE, statistical analysis) to optimize processes and ensure robustness
Support identification of critical quality attributes (CQAs) and process parameters (CPPs) for commercial viability
Troubleshoot challenges related to synthesis, purification, reproducibility, and scale-up
Collaborate across functions to support technology transfer, commercialization, and customer-driven development
Generate high-quality technical documentation aligned with regulated or quality-driven environments
Mentor junior scientists and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team culture
Participate in general lab and instrument maintenance.
Willing to learn new techniques and application areas.

Qualifications & Experience

Ph.D. in Chemistry (Polymer, Organic, Materials, or related field)
Typically 10+ years of relevant industrial experience, ideally within specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical, or related sectors.
Strong foundation in synthetic chemistry, with demonstrated ability to work across both small molecules and polymeric systems
Proven experience in polymer design, synthesis, modification, and characterization
Hands-on experience in analytical chemistry (eg. GC-FID/MS, HPLC-ELSD/MS_and material characterization, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and guide development decisions
Experience or exposure to pharmaceutical formulation development, including working with excipients, understanding of drug delivery systems, and the ability to translate material properties into formulation performance

Experience in process development and scale-up, with an appreciation for manufacturing constraints and commercial requirements
Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., cGMP or adjacent) and expectations around documentation and data integrity
Experience applying DoE, statistical tools, and data-driven approaches to process or product development
Understanding of structure–property relationships and how they translate into product performance
Ability to operate effectively at the interface of innovation and industrial application
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in complex chemical systems
Proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to translate laboratory findings into practical, scalable solutions
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and business impact

What We Offer:

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
Generous PTO
401K Match
Wellness Reimbursement
Parental Leave
Career Development
Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Short and long term disability
Paid Holidays

Application Information:

This is an on-site position based at our Princeton, NJ site.

Annual Base Salary Range: $120,000 to $145,000.

This range reflects the base salary the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level. Additional compensation, such as annual bonuses or other incentives, may be offered based on eligibility and company policies.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [email protected].

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. This Organization Participates in E-Verify

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