Laboratory Analyst (Medical Technologist)

Pfizer; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pfizer in the United States is seeking an experienced clinical laboratory professional to perform routine and special tests across Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunoassay, Coagulation and Biomarkers, and to coordinate assigned laboratory sections.

You will lead quality control, assist in validating new assays and instrumentation, train new staff, document data in the LIS, and provide back‑up instrument operation, with potential PK sample processing and off‑hours coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology and MLT/MT certification are required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant laboratory experience in pharma, hospital, or research environments.
• Hands-on computer/data handling experience with LIS, PIMS or related systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special clinical tests across multiple disciplines.
• Maintain quality control and calibration data for instruments and reagents.
• Manage inventory and order supplies; notify on upcoming needs.
• Enter data and monitor LIS; ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data handling

Computer skills

Communication skills

Flexibility/availability

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology

Tools

LIS (Cerner)

PIMS

Electronic notebooks

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY Working independently, you will be responsible for performing routine and special clinical laboratory testing using automated, semi-automated and/or manual methods and equipment, and coordinating and organizing assigned laboratory sections (including Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunoassay, Coagulation and Biomarkers). Your responsibilities will also include quality control, assisting in the validation of new assays/instrumentation, new employee training/mentoring, documentation of data collection and other experiments, serving as a back-up to instrument key operators, performing instrument calibrations, maintenance, reagent inventory and sample processing. You will serve as a back-up for pharmacokinetic biospecimen processing and sample shipping as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs routine and special clinical chemistry, hematological, coagulation, urinalysis, immunological and other tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures. Performs all quality control checks (monitor trends) on instruments, reagents, and techniques, maintains quality control and calibration data. Maintains the inventory of and order laboratory supplies including notifying instrument key operators of upcoming reagent/supply needs. Perform data entry and monitor laboratory information system (LIS). Be flexible with the schedule to cover inadvertent times that subjects/volunteers arrive for visits, check-ins, and discharges late. Utilize PIMS, Cerner and/or electronic notebooks for processing samples. Assist the Laboratory Quality Coordinator with preparation for Internal audits and CLIA, COLA or CAP audits. May cover off hours PK sample processing as needed. Rotate through Specimen Processor functions as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology and MLT or MT certification
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant laboratory work experience in a pharmaceutical, hospital, or medical research environment
• Hands-on experience with computers and laboratory data handling acquisition systems and knowledge of associated issues/risks
• Proficient with Word applications.
• Strong customer facing communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ---16 semester hours of biology courses, which are pertinent to medical sciences.
• ---16 semester hours of chemistry (at least 6 hours of Inorganic Chemistry)
• --- 3 semester hours of math Knowledge of pharmaceutical clinical research operations/trials or experience in a clinical trials environment.
• Working knowledge of GxP, GCP, CAP and CLIA regulations

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

May require long period of standing.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

May require coverage during off hours in specimen processing.

Work Location: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. 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.

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