Senior Scientist, Cardiovascular Discovery & Targets

Biopharma Careers; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Senior Scientist in Cardiovascular Discovery Biology to drive the drug discovery process from ideation to target validation. Expertise in atherosclerosis biology and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams are essential to accelerate translational findings.

The role emphasizes execution of in vitro and in vivo assays, data interpretation, and independent work within a fast-paced research environment. Relocation support may be available, and on-premise work is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Cardiovascular Biology, or related fields.
• 1–2 years of postdoctoral or relevant industry experience in drug discovery or translational research.
• Demonstrated expertise in cardiovascular or atherosclerosis disease biology.
• Proficiency in in vitro and in vivo cardiovascular-atherosclerotic systems and related methods.

Responsibilities

• Apply scientific expertise to develop strategies for identifying and validating therapeutic targets aligned with IMRU priorities.
• Collaborate across disciplines to design and execute experiments supporting target validation.
• Contribute to the identification of disease-relevant biomarkers and experimental strategy improvements.

Skills

Cardiovascular biology

Experimental design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology/Cardiovascular Biology

Tools

In vitro assays

In vivo models

High-content imaging

Molecular biology techniques

Rodent models

Job description

Pfizer is seeking a Senior Scientist in Cardiovascular Discovery Biology to drive the drug discovery process from ideation to target validation. Expertise in atherosclerosis biology and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams are essential to accelerate translational findings.

The role emphasizes execution of in vitro and in vivo assays, data interpretation, and independent work within a fast-paced research environment. Relocation support may be available, and on-premise work is required.