RCI-JNJN-71741 Senior Data Scientist (Informatics Python SQL)

Candidate must be local to PA or NJ and able to drive to a site when needed. Role can be HYBRID or REMOTE • Masters degree is required • Required experience with Python and SQL - REQUIRED • Must have MSAT or Manufacturing background • Will work on a major project, will help setup connections, and explore data analysis • Will research specific materials • Must be a critical thinker • Must be eager to learn • MUST HAVE PROGRAMMING AND CODING EXPERIENCE • Will help with coming up with unique ways to solve problems or obstacles • Must have hands on coding experience (versus using AI solutions) Position summary - Senior Scientist • MSAT Material Science is seeking a scientist to drive raw material quality and traceability initiatives that support regulatory compliance and dependable manufacturing outputs. • This candidate will provide technical support to the MSAT Material Science team on a variety of deliverables critical to successful technical materials deliverables. • 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 role will collaborate 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. Key responsibilities • 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 applicable. • Assist MSAT Material Science in developing and revising raw material specifications: draft language, define acceptance criteria, compile technical justification, compendial review and coordinate SME deliverables. • Support material qualification and requalification activities on behalf of the MSAT Material Science team: prepare qualification plans/protocols, coordinate testing with internal or external labs/vendors, analyze returned data, and draft qualification reports. • Interface with Supplier Quality and Procurement to support vendor qualification, incoming material review, sample evaluations, and supplier investigations. • 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. Qualifications • Advanced degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or closely related discipline preferred; • Master's with 3-5+ years experience. PhD with 0-3+ years experience. • Experience coordinating testing with external/internal analytical labs and interpreting lab reports. • 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), SAP and common data tools (Excel, Python/R, JMP, or similar). • Prior industry experience in MSAT or material science support roles within regulated manufacturing preferred.