Senior Manager, Drug Product Analytics

Socket.dev; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 139,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Groton, CT seeks a Senior Manager, Drug Product Analytics to lead a team of analytical scientists from early development through commercialization.

You will define phase-appropriate analytical strategies, translate data into actionable recommendations, and ensure robust deliverables aligned with program timelines and regulatory expectations. You will coach scientists, strengthen capabilities, and drive speed, quality, and efficiency through new technologies.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS with relevant pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Experience leading a team of Analytical Scientists.
• Experience driving cross-functional initiatives through matrix teams.
• Experience leading analytical contributions to regulatory submissions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, translating complex issues into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of analytical scientists, fostering excellence and career growth.
• Provide strategic leadership for analytical development and phase-appropriate control strategies.
• Act as analytical lead within CMC teams, guiding strategy and risk management.
• Oversee regulatory submissions and responses to health authorities.
• Manage analytical activities through CROs/CMOs and external partners.
• Develop and execute analytical project plans with timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with DP Development, Supply, Regulatory, Quality, and Commercial teams to accelerate milestones.
• Identify and implement digital tools and new technologies to improve outcomes and speed.
• Contribute to the broader Analytical R&D organization through leadership and innovation.

Skills

Analytical leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory submissions

Team coaching

Project leadership

CRO/CMO oversight

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related

MS in Analytical Chemistry or related

Job description

SENIOR MANAGER, DRUG PRODUCT ANALYTICS

POSITION SUMMARY

You will lead a team of Analytical Scientists supporting Pfizer’s small‑molecule portfolio from early development through commercialization. You will provide scientific and people leadership for analytical development, control strategy, and project delivery, working closely with Drug Product Development and Supply and other CMC functions.

You will be accountable for defining phase-appropriate analytical strategies, translating scientific data into clear project recommendations, and ensuring robust analytical deliverables aligned with program timelines and regulatory expectations. You will also coach and develop scientists, strengthen technical capabilities, and identify opportunities to improve development speed, scientific quality, and operational efficiency through new technologies and ways of working.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of analytical scientists, fostering technical excellence, engagement, and career growth.
• Provide strategic leadership for analytical development and phase-appropriate control strategies across small molecule development programs from early development through commercialization.
• Serve as the analytical lead within multidisciplinary CMC teams, influencing project strategy, risk management, and key development decisions.
• Provide strategic and technical leadership for regulatory submissions, including development and defense of analytical control strategies and responses to health authority questions.
• Lead analytical activities executed through CROs, CMOs, and external partners, ensuring high-quality delivery, scientific oversight, and effective resource utilization.
• Establish and execute analytical project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource strategies, and risk mitigation plans aligned with overall CMC objectives.
• Build strong partnerships across Drug Product Development and Supply, Drug Substance Development, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical Supply, and Commercial organizations to accelerate delivery of development milestones.
• Identify and implement innovative technologies, digital capabilities, and new ways of working that improve scientific outcomes, efficiency, and speed to patients.
• Contribute to the broader Analytical Research & Development organization through scientific leadership, talent development, operational excellence, and strategic initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline with 1+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience , OR

MS in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline with 5+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience.

• 1 year of experience leading a small- to mid-sized team of Analytical Scientists
• Experience driving cross functional initiatives through matrix teams

• Experience leading analytical contributions to regulatory submissions, including development and defense of analytical strategies, specifications, and control strategies.
• Strong track record of working within and influencing cross-functional CMC development teams to deliver project milestones.
• Experience providing scientific and operational oversight of analytical activities conducted through CROs, CMOs, and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience translating complex technical issues into clear scientific and business recommendations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of formulation and process development, stability, specifications, product performance, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience supporting multiple molecular modalities, such as small molecules, peptides, or drug-linker intermediates.
• Record of advancing scientific initiatives, external collaborations, analytical technologies, or improved ways of working.
• Experience applying digital tools, modeling, simulation, automation, or integrated data approaches to analytical development.
• Experience influencing stakeholders and creating measurable scientific and business impact.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional travel for internal and external partner meetings, conferences, or project support.

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

Relocation support available

Work Location Assignment

On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $139,100.00 to $231,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% 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. 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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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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