Senior Scientist

Kelly, in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, is hiring a Senior ScientistDescription:MSAT Material Science is seeking a Scientist to drive raw material quality and traceability initiatives that support regulatory compliance and reliable manufacturing outcomes. This candidate will provide technical support to the MSAT Material Science team on a variety of assignments critical to successful material management. This role will support a range of activities, including investigations, specification development, material qualification, change control and technology transfer support, analytical method evaluation, and data-driven traceability efforts.The position collaborates closely with Process, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain/Procurement, Supplier Quality, and IT/Data teams to improve raw material traceability, resolve material issues, and produce regulatory-quality documentation.This position is open to candidates based in New Jersey or Pennsylvania.Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Support the MSAT Material Science team on material-related investigations and deviation analyses: gather and analyze manufacturing and analytical data, contribute to technical assessments, and help implement solutions as needed.Assist MSAT Material Science in developing and revising raw material specifications: draft language, define acceptance criteria, compile technical justifications, conduct compendial review, and coordinate SME deliverables.Support material qualification and requalification activities: prepare qualification plans and protocols, coordinate testing with internal or external labs/vendors, analyze data, and draft qualification reports.Provide technical input for change controls: prepare technical assessments, perform impact and risk evaluations, coordinate verification and validation activities, and compile evidence for closure.Support technology transfer activities: prepare transfer documentation, align material requirements between development and manufacturing, and coordinate post-transfer monitoring and follow-up.Contribute to material traceability and data mapping initiatives: collaborate with Process, Planning, and IT/Data teams to map raw material usage to manufacturing campaigns and produce actionable visualizations.Interface with Supplier Quality and Procurement to support vendor qualification, incoming material review, sample evaluations, and supplier investigations.Prepare and maintain regulatory-grade documentation on behalf of MSAT Material Science, including investigation summaries, specifications, test method rationales, SOPs, qualification packages, and technical reports.Support audits and inspections by preparing evidence, responding to technical queries, and assisting with closure of material-related findings under Quality oversight.Communicate findings and recommendations to the MSAT Material Science team, cross-functional partners, and leadership; present at technical meetings as required.Mentor and guide junior staff, contractors, or interns on data review, documentation standards, and investigation best practices.Required Skills and Experiece:Bachelor’s degree.5+ years of programming experience using Python, SQL, R, JMP, or similar.Strong data analysis skills and ability to synthesize manufacturing and analytical datasets to support root cause and risk assessments.Demonstrated experience supporting material investigations, specification setting, qualification oversight, change control, and technology transfer in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma, biotech, medical device, or related) preferred.Experience coordinating testing with internal or external analytical labs and interpreting lab reports.Knowledge of GMP principles, validation strategies, and risk assessment methodologies (e.g., FMEA).Familiarity with supplier qualification practices and vendor communications.Proven technical writing skills for regulatory-grade reports, specifications, and protocols.Experience collaborating with Process, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain/Procurement, Supplier Quality, and IT/Data teams.Familiarity with electronic quality systems (eQMS, LIMS), manufacturing systems (MES), and SAP.Preferred Skills and Experience:Advanced degree (Master’s orPhD).Prior industry experience in MSAT or material science support roles within regulated manufacturing.