Senior Associate Scientist - Bioassay Development

Sourceabled; Pearl River (NY, AS); On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Pfizer match

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a bioassay scientist in a laboratory setting within the Vaccines Early BioProcess Analytical Development group. You will perform bioassay testing, ELISAs and cell-based assays to support early vaccine development and method qualification in fast-evolving projects.

You will document experiments, discuss results with your manager, and contribute to development reports and analytical method documentation.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MA/MS in biology or related field required.
• Experience in analytical lab and bioassay methods.
• Strong communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform vaccine-related bioassay testing, including ELISA and cell-based assays.
• Document experiments and analyze results with an electronic notebook.
• Contribute to technical reports, method development and qualification.
• Read literature to stay current and support fast-moving projects.
• Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Skills

Bioassay testing

ELISA

Cell-based assays

Data analysis

Education

BA/BS or MA/MS in biology

Job description

Role Summary

This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccines Early BioProcess Analytical Development group. The individual will perform bioassay sample testing, method development and method qualification studies in support of early vaccine development. Assays include but are not limited to enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell-based assays, or other types of bioassays. The individual will perform sample testing to support process development, formulation development, critical reagents characterization and ongoing stability studies. This is a dynamic position that will require work on fast-moving projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform sample testing in support of vaccine development, including bioprocess and formulation development, release, stability, characterization, and adjuvant compatibility studies.
• Have the ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method development/qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including development reports, analytical test methods, and method qualification reports.
• Read scientific and technical literature to stay current in the area.
• Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Qualifications

• Must Have BA/BS with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience OR MA/MS degree in biology or related discipline with 0-3 years relevant experience.
• Prior research experience working in an analytical lab.
• Good working knowledge of antibody-antigen interactions and bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software is required.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods such as ELISA.
• Prior experience using NGS (ie. Illumina) workflows.
• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).
• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks.

Physical / Mental Requirements

• Standard laboratory conditions sitting, standing, primarily lab based.

Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel or Environment Requirements

• Work Location Assignment: 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.

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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