Associate Scientist (Innovation)

Pfizer; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer Matching

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a motivated laboratory professional to support the development and optimization of assays and automation-driven workflows. You will collaborate across teams to evaluate new technologies, document results, and help turn concepts into practical improvements.

Role emphasizes attention to data quality, diligent documentation, and effective communication. On-site work location in the United States supports a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in life sciences
• Hands-on lab experience with basic assay execution, data collection, and documentation.
• Interest in automation or process improvement.
• Early adopter mindset to pilot emerging tools and technologies.
• Experience with laboratory robotics or automation for assay efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) for problem solving and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to evaluation and implementation of new laboratory technologies including automation and AI tools.
• Support assay development, optimization, and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform laboratory tasks following SOPs and best practices; document results.
• Collaborate with scientists, automation specialists, and quality partners to ensure scientific soundness and compliance.
• Present results and summaries at group meetings and provide progress updates.

Skills

Lab teamwork

Communication

Data quality

Problem solving

Education

BA/BS in life sciences

Tools

LIMS

ELN

SOPs

Laboratory robotics

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which strives to convert advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are engaged in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to expedite the delivery of top tier medicines to patients globally. By integrating advanced scientific knowledge with practical applications, we aim to bring the most effective treatments to those in need, fulfilling our commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.

What You Will Achieve

Join a highly collaborative team, where you will contribute to the development, evaluation, and implementation of scientific and automation-driven solutions that enhance laboratory efficiency, data quality, and scalability. In this role, you will work at the intersection of bench science, process optimization, and emerging technologies, supporting modernization of assay workflows and continuous improvement initiatives. Through collaboration with scientists, automation experts, and data teams, you'll help turn creative concepts into effective, lasting improvements that enhance lab workflows.

How You Will Achieve It

Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new laboratory technologies, including automation, digital tools, and AI‑enabled solutions for data analysis or workflow improvement. Support assay development, optimization, and troubleshooting activities, including experimental execution, data collection, and interpretation. Perform laboratory activities according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) andestablishedbest practices, while supporting innovation focused projects. Support documentation practices, including review of protocols, SOPs, and data archiving. Collaborate cross-functionally with scientists, automation specialists, and quality partners to ensure improvements are scientifically sound and compliant. Present results, experimental findings, or technology evaluations at group and project meetings; contribute to written summaries or progress updates as applicable.

Qualifications Must-Have

• BA/BS in a life science or related field with 0-2 years of laboratory experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience including basic assay execution, pipetting, data collection, and experimental documentation.
• Demonstrated interest in innovation, automation, or process improvement.
• Early adopter mindset to pilot and champion emerging tools.
• Experience with laboratory robotics or automation for assay and workflow efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with assay development or optimization.
• Familiarity with LIMS, ELN, or data management systems.
• Experience with SOP development, method optimization, or assay transfers.
• Pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience.

Work Location Assignment

On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $100,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative. 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. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers. Research and Development Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.