Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will be at the forefront of this mission, working within our Research & Development division. Your role will be pivotal in translating advanced science and technologies into therapies and vaccines that matter most. By leveraging cutting-edge design and process development capabilities, you will help accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally, ultimately improving their lives.
What You Will Achieve
As a Senior Associate Scientist in Analytical Research and Development, you will take an active role in supporting drug development by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support physical and chemical characterization of drug substances and drug products (including raw materials and excipients). Working knowledge and ability to operate analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy used for the characterization of pharmaceutical substances and products is desired.
How You Will Achieve It
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses in support of drug development by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support physical and chemical characterization of drug substances and drug products (including raw materials and excipients)
Responsibilities may include running analytical methods, testing and release of raw materials and intermediates to support pharmaceutical development efforts, documentation of experimental results.
Support drug product manufacturing with PAT monitoring and ensuring quality release of packaging components
Maintain written records of all experimental work in compliance with GLP/GMP and departmental SOPs
Assist in the maintenance and renewal of laboratory instruments, systems, or apparatus, and improve safe and effective working practices
Attend project team and brainstorming meetings to present data and apply technical skills to assignments
Choose between alternatives to solve moderately complex problems and follow procedures with general instructions
Work under moderate supervision with regular review and identify activities to support work group/project team goals
Contribute to the achievement of immediate work group goals and collaborate with other team members
Prioritize work to meet project deadlines and ensure participation and contribution as a team member
Continuously improve safe and effective working practices in the laboratory environment
Qualifications
Must-Have:
BA/BS with at least 3+ years of relevant GMP experience
Strong documentation and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in recording observations, facts, data, and conclusions during experimental work or cGMP investigations
Experience using spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques
Experience with PAT monitoring in a production environment
Experience with material and component inspection and testing
Understanding of various scientific software, ex: LIMS, eQMS, EMD365
Good Laboratory Practices (part of GxP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (also cGMP) knowledge
Effective interaction with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on limited options
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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