Associate Scientist

Pfizer; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Supplemental Life Insurance

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Scientist in Andover, MA, to support biotherapeutic programs by executing ligand-binding assays and analyzing data. Candidates should have a BSc with at least 2 years or MSc with 1 year of relevant experience. This is a fully onsite, temporary role with a pay rate ranging from $33 to $43 per hour.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ligand-binding platforms required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills necessary.
• Ability to author technical documents such as data summary reports.

Responsibilities

• Execute and qualify ligand-binding assays for biotherapeutic programs.
• Analyze and deliver data for drug and biomarker analysis.
• Interpret data to assist in scientific decision-making.

Skills

Ligand-binding assays

Data analysis and interpretation

Analytical problem-solving

Technical documentation

Organizational skills

Education

BSc with 2+ years or MSc with 1+ years of relevant laboratory experience

Job description

The Associate Scientist will support Pfizer’s biotherapeutic programs by executing and qualifying ligand-binding assays (e.g., MSD, Gyrolab, ELISA) for drug and biomarker analysis. Working in a fast-paced environment, this role involves data analysis, interpretation, and reporting to drive scientific decision-making. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with ligand‑binding platforms, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to author technical documentation. A BSc with 2+ years or MSc with 1+ years of relevant laboratory experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the qualification and execution of ligand-binding assays (e.g. MSD, Gyrolab, ELISA) in support of Pfizer’s biotherapeutic programs
• Provide sample analysis and data delivery of drug and/or biomarker/bio measures in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Perform data analysis and interpretation and draw conclusions regarding progress and results of work, utilizing the data for appropriate decision making
• Gather input from colleagues, literature, and additional resources to assist in project advancement

Qualifications

• BSc with at least 2+ years OR MSc with at least 1+ years relevant experience with ligand binding assays (PhD not accepted)
• Knowledge and hands‑on experience executing laboratory experiments utilizing various platforms and demonstrated analytical problem‑solving skills
• Ability to author technical documents such as data summary reports and analytical procedures
• Strong organizational, time‑management skills, and collaborative skills

Location/Schedule

• Fully onsite role in Andover, MA
• Monday - Friday; 40 hours per week role

Please note contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third‑party payrolling partner.

This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job‑related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate $33

Max Pay Rate $43

Currency USD

Unit hourly

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance