Senior Associate Scientist

Pfizer; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist to contribute to innovative drug development. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in analytical chemistry to develop methods for therapeutic proteins and vaccines, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficacy. Collaborating with a dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines to patients. If you are passionate about science and eager to make a difference, this opportunity offers a chance to impact global health positively while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Vacation

Health Benefits

Paid Medical Leave

Referral Bonus Eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with relevant experience; strong knowledge of analytical chemistry.
• Proficiency in data analysis and troubleshooting technical issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical methods for therapeutic proteins and vaccines.
• Support lab-scale and scaled-up processes for internal production facilities.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry Principles

Complex Data Analysis

Troubleshooting Technical Issues

Planning and Conducting Experiments

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Complex Instrumentation

Analytical Software

Job description

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Senior Associate Scientist

Bewerben locations United States - Massachusetts - Andover time type Vollzeit posted on Gestern ausgeschrieben job requisition id 4930049

Why Patients Need You

Everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to the quality and the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is flexible, innovative, and customer oriented. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance or analysis through research programs, your contribution will directly impact patients.

What You Will Achieve

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Your contributions will be pivotal in translating advanced science and technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines, ultimately improving patient outcomes globally. 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 to accelerate and deliver top-tier medicines to patients worldwide.

How You Will Achieve It

In this role, you will:

• Contribute to immediate work group goals and collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives
• Develop analytical methods for characterizing and supporting the manufacturing of therapeutic proteins and vaccines
• Implement technology and continuous process development to ensure success in drug discovery programs
• Serve as the primary Technical Expert for manufacturing methods, conducting scientific studies and recommending improvements for reliability, cost, safety, compliance, and environmental performance
• Support lab-scale processes and scaled-up processes for internal pilot production facilities
• Troubleshoot and improve established analytical test methods, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Represent Analytical Technology Research and Development in cross-functional project teams and participate in technical writing, review of analytical documentation, and regulatory submissions
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a clean, safe, and functional order, complying with safety and regulatory requirements
• Independently plan and perform work assignments, interpret and present data, and provide analytical support for product transfers, new product development, and cost improvement projects
• Develop methods for Large Molecules Drug Products, while prioritizing work to meet project deadlines and solving moderately complex problems under moderate supervision

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong working knowledge of analytical chemistry principles
• Ability to perform complex data analysis
• Proficiency in troubleshooting technical issues
• Experience in planning and carrying out experiments independently
• Competence with complex instrumentation and software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice-to-Have

• Strong knowledge and experience with international CMC regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)
• Technical capability in several major areas of analytical sciences
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to lift over 30 lbs.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work on weekends, off shifts, and holidays as business demands. Travel <10%.

OTHER JOB DETAILS

• Last Date to Apply for Job: February 17, 2025
• Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES
• Eligible for Relocation Package: NO

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $66,500.00 to $110,900.00. 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.

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.