Associate Scientist, Lab Ops - Environmental Monitoring

Pfizer, S.A. de C.V; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks an Associate Scientist for Lab Ops focusing on Environmental Monitoring. Responsibilities include maintaining Quality Control laboratories, supporting environmental monitoring in QC Microbiology, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess relevant degrees and experience in the biotech industry, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: BA/BS with any years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in quality or engineering in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation and analytical methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cGMP compliant Quality Control and Stability laboratories.
• Support environmental monitoring in the QC Microbiology laboratory.
• Write cleaning validation protocols and reports.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BA/BS

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Associate Scientist, Lab Ops - Environmental Monitoring

• United States - North Carolina - Sanford

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

Pfizer Global Supply proudly shoulders the responsibility of manufacturing and distributing our wide-ranging pharmaceutical products.

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

Transforming Delivery of high quality products

Pfizer, We are one

PGS - Manufacture the Future

Every day, Pfizer’s unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

Perform tasks associated with maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliant Quality Control and Stability laboratories.

Support environmental monitoring and water collection in the QC Microbiology laboratory.

Follow Environment Health and Safety requirements for site and QC laboratories.

Write cleaning validation protocols and reports, and perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis.

Operate within established HR policies and basic colleague relations guidelines.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

BA/BS with any years of experience

Demonstrated experience in manufacturing quality or engineering experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation function and analytical method troubleshooting

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel

Ability to perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

A deep understanding of Microbiology testing and experience in defending laboratory practices during regulatory audits

Proficiency in both viable and non-viable environmental monitoring within pharmaceutical manufacturing

Solid grasp of aseptic techniques

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting up to 20 lbs.

Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and bending.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work some weekends, and flexible hours.

Adhere to safe work practices and procedures such as aseptic gowning.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.

Other Details:

• Last day to apply: June 26, 2025

Use Your Power for Purpose

Every day, Pfizer’s unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Perform tasks associated with maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliant Quality Control and Stability laboratories.

• Support environmental monitoring and water collection in the QC Microbiology laboratory.

• Follow Environment Health and Safety requirements for site and QC laboratories.

• Write cleaning validation protocols and reports, and perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis.

• Operate within established HR policies and basic colleague relations guidelines.

• Utilize aseptic techniques.

• Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical reports, project plans, etc.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• BA/BS with any years of experience

• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing quality or engineering experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

• Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation function and analytical method troubleshooting

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel

• Ability to perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• A deep understanding of Microbiology testing and experience in defending laboratory practices during regulatory audits

• Proficiency in both viable and non-viable environmental monitoring within pharmaceutical manufacturing

• Solid grasp of aseptic techniques

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting up to 20 lbs.

• Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and bending.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work some weekends, and flexible hours.

• Adhere to safe work practices and procedures such as aseptic gowning.

• Work Location Assignment: On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.

Other Details:

• Last day to apply: June 26, 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $58,500.00 to $97,500.00. 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.

Sunshine Act

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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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