Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences

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

Job summary

Rangam, on behalf of Pfizer, seeks an Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences in Pearl River, NY (or relocation). This laboratory-based role sits in the Vaccine Research and Development, GLP analytical group, performing routine testing and qualification studies for vaccine material characterization.

Responsibilities include ELISAs, HPLC, UV-Vis, Endotoxin and Bioburden testing, documenting results in electronic notebooks and LIMS, and contributing to assay qualification reports.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in biology or related field; 0–2 years experience.
• Basic knowledge of bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, perform sample testing in support of toxicology studies, including release, stability, and assay qualification.
• Ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook and LIMS with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including assay qualification reports, analytical test methods, stability protocols/reports.
• Assure safety and compliance. Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Skills

Bioassay techniques

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

BS/BA in biology or related

Tools

LIMS

GDMS

Hamilton STAR

Job description

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Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences

Job Title: Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences Posted Date: Sep 18, 2026 Duration: 0 Month, Direct Hire (Full Time) Shift(s):

• 09:00 - 18:00

Salary ($): 60200.00 - 100400.00 per Yearly (compensation based on experience and qualifications) We care about you! Explore Rangam’s benefits information

Rangam is seeking candidates for a Direct Hire role as a Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences with our client Pfizer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Seeking candidates in Pearl River, NY, or willing to relocate.

Role Summary

• This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccine Research and Development, EBPD – Analytical GLP laboratory group.
• The individual will perform routine sample testing, assay verification and qualification studies in support of material characterization for vaccine GLP toxicology studies.
• Assays include but are not limited to enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) and other plate-based testing, Antigenicity by MSD and Hamilton, HPLC, spectroscopic techniques (UV-Vis), Endotoxin, Bioburden, pH and Appearance.
• This position will require work on fast-moving high-visibility projects within regulated GLP laboratory environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, perform sample testing in support of toxicology studies, including release, stability, and assay qualification.
• Ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook and LIMS with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including assay qualification reports, analytical test methods, stability protocols/reports.
• Assure safety and compliance. Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• BS or BA degree in biology or related discipline with 0- 2 years relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge of bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods.
• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).
• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks, LIMS, GDMS.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Standard laboratory conditions – sitting, standing, primarily lab based

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS 40 hours per week.
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.

It is the policy of Rangam Consultants, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

AI-Assisted Application Screening

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated tools or AI-enabled technologies to assist with resume screening and candidate matching. These tools help our recruitment team review applications more efficiently, but they do not make hiring decisions. All final decisions are made by human reviewers.