Associate Scientist - Sample Logistics

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer Matching Contri

Health benefits

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Sample Logistics team member to receive, store, and manage clinical trial samples in a regulated GMP environment. The role involves documenting chain of custody, aliquoting with Hamilton robotics, and distributing samples to testing labs.

Responsibilities include entering data into electronic systems, maintaining equipment, aiding in shipments, and ensuring adherence to cGMP/GLP policies while supporting team goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 0–3 years of pharma experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Receive samples from clinical trial sites and enter samples into an electronic database management system.
• Store and retrieve samples using freezers and BiOS.
• Perform sample aliquoting with Hamilton robotic instrument.
• Ship samples and lab supplies to external and internal labs.
• Maintain Hamilton robotic instruments.
• Complete documentation per cGMP/GLP and archive records.
• Assist in shipment discrepancy resolution.
• Dispose samples per policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word Processing

PowerPoint

Job description

**ROLE SUMMARY** The primary purpose of this job role is to function as a member of the Sample Logistics (SL) operations within Pfizer Vaccine Research and Development (VRD). The incumbent will be responsible for receiving samples from global clinical/study trials according to approved protocols and processes. The individual will participate in all aspects of tracking and documenting the chain of custody of samples. The incumbent’s role will include sample receipt, documentation, storage, tracking, aliquoting, distribution to the testing labs, and sample disposal. The colleague will work in a team setting and will share roles and responsibilities as assigned by the team leader/manager.**ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES*** The incumbent will be required to complete all processes as detailed in Sample Management’s Standard Operating Procedures. The colleague will perform job responsibilities in compliance with GXP and all other regulatory agency requirements.* The candidate will receive samples from clinical trial sites and enter samples into an electronic database management system.* Performs sample storage and retrieval using manual freezers and BiOS (automated freezer storage system).* Performs manual sample aliquoting and aliquoting using the Hamilton robotic instrument.* Ship samples and lab supplies to external and internal testing labs.* Assists in the general maintenance of the Hamilton robotic instruments.* Participates in the shipment discrepancy resolution process.* Completes documentation according to cGMP/GLP and all other regulatory agency requirements and archives documents as per applicable policies.* Carries out sample disposal/sample destruction according to regulated policies and procedures* Performs other duties as assigned.**QUALIFICATIONS** Must Have* Bachelor of Science Degree or Bachelor of Arts Degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 0 to 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry* Knowledgeable with Microsoft applications including Word Processing, Excel, and PowerPoint* Ability to work in a team setting**PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS*** Work in a lab environment for the majority of the workday* Work with various types of bodily fluids* Ability to lift racks/boxes up to 10 lbsWork Location Assignment: On PremiseThe 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.