Lead Pharmacist (Principal Scientist)

Pfizer, Inc.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Pfizer, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Research Pharmacist to manage the setup of clinical studies, drug accountability, and preparation of investigational products under GCP for NCEs and biologics.

The role includes risk assessment, regulatory adherence, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The position requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, CT license, and at least 2 years of pharmacy practice plus 1 year in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree is required.
• Minimum 2 years of pharmacy practice experience.
• Minimum 1 year of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Current Connecticut pharmacy license; multi-state licensure preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmacy practice principles and drug product formulation and development.
• Current BLS certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and build collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leads pharmacy projects for preparation of sterile and non-sterile investigational drugs.
• Supports development and regulation of compounding and dose delivery workflows.
• Ensures compliance with FDA, DEA, USP, and other regulatory bodies.
• Provides after-hours support on a rotating schedule.
• Supports aseptic gowning and safety protocols in clinical settings.

Skills

Pharmacy practice

BLS certification

Communication skills

Independent worker

Collaborative relationships

Regulatory knowledge

AI tools awareness

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. At the core of this mission is Research and Development, where we strive to transform advanced science and technologies into the most impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, you will leverage cutting-edge design and process development capabilities. This collaborative effort accelerates the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally, fulfilling Pfizer's commitment to improving health outcomes and making a significant difference in the lives of patients around the world.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Pharmacist is responsible for the set-up of clinical studies and for the receipt, storage, production, drug accountability and destruction of investigational medicinal products for Clinical Research Unit participants or patients, meeting regulatory requirements for preparation of dose formulations under Good Clinical Practices (GCP) for new chemical entities (NCE) and biologicals in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Job Responsibilities

Leads pharmacy projects for the preparation of both sterile and non-sterile customized extemporaneously prepared or manipulated drug product investigational drugs as well as solid dosage form dispensing. Develops ideas and leads/co-leads standard and complex pharmacy projects within clinical research pharmacy, pharmacy regulation. Creates an environment where pharmacy and technology innovation is the standard. Reviews preparation setup and completion work performed by preparation team. Maintains pharmacy compliance with all state and federal laws, and all applicable licensing and regulatory bodies, including but not limited to FDA, DEA, USP. Co-leads compounding development verification and optimized delivery of doses via novel processes in collaboration with formulators, analysts and QA. Provides after hours business support as needed and on a rotating schedule.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree
• Minimum 2 years of pharmacy practice experience
• Minimum of 1 year of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Current license to practice pharmacy from the Connecticut Commission of Pharmacy. Multi-state licensure preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacy practice principles and comprehensive knowledge of principles within drug product formulation and development.
• Current BLS certification required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships with colleague

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Post-doctoral residency or fellowship
• 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

This role has office-based, pharmacy preparation and patient exposure environment requirements. As such, the role requires mental acuity to perform accurate complex pharmaceutical calculations and the ability to understand the implications of calculation errors (i.e., over dosing or under dosing research subjects). Additionally, in the clinical environment, candidate is required to understand the risk of exposure to blood borne disease. The role has moderate physical requirements and some travel (approximately 10%) is expected as needed in support of project needs.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to wear full face respirator, face mask, and PAPR.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work off-hours and on weekends as needed (most years may require 1-2 times); Ability to perform aseptic gowning requirements.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $106,000.00 to $176,600.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments.

• 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
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

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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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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