Sr. Associate Metrologist

Pfizer Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Calibration Specialist within Pfizer Global Supply – GTEL Laboratory Operations Center.

You will oversee calibration/maintenance for GMP testing equipment, generate documentation, and maintain calibration databases to support regulatory readiness. Responsibilities include coordinating with external vendors, investigating non-conformances, and assisting during inspections.

Qualifications

• Awareness of cGMPs, good lab practices and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service providers or perform validation, qualification, calibration/preventative maintenance for laboratory instrumentation.
• Generate/review documentation for metrological activities and maintain records.
• Update and maintain calibration database.
• Schedule/manage calibration/maintenance contracts with vendors.
• Investigate non-conformances for laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and software; advise Laboratory Team Leaders and Analysts.
• Ensure compliance to Quality Agreement between GTEL ES MDCP and other sites/entities.
• Provide support during regulatory inspections and on-site audits.

Skills

Lab equipment handling

CMMS software

GMP compliance

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2+ years

Master's degree + 0+ years

Associate's degree + 6 years

High school diploma + 8 years

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

A position within Pfizer Global Supply – GTEL Laboratory Operations Center function providing GMP compliant services to PGS within GTEL ES & MDCP. The applicant must have awareness of cGMPs, good lab practices and good housekeeping practices. The candidate must also have experience with laboratory equipment and demonstrated compliance to procedures.

What You Will Achieve

• Have primary oversight for service providers and/or perform occasional validation, qualification, calibration/preventative maintenance for laboratory instrumentation used for GMP testing.
• Be responsible for generating and/or reviewing documentation in support of the metrological activities stated above. Including maintaining these records and filing according to Pfizer policy
• Be responsible for updating and maintaining calibration database
• Be responsible for scheduling and managing calibration/maintenance service contracts with outside vendors
• Perform/document investigations for non-conformances associated with laboratory equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and equipment software applications as well as make recommendations to Laboratory Team Leaders and Analysts.
• Ensure compliance to Quality Agreement between GTEL ES MDCP and other sites/entities
• Be responsible for providing support during regulatory inspections and on-site audits.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as balances, calipers, etc…
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with a CMMS software
• Demonstrated computer literacy in Microsoft Office or equivalent programs, familiarity with document management systems and databases
• Familiarity with GMPs and applicable regulations, guidelines (e.g. CFR, EMA and ICH publications) and standard operating procedures
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment with colleagues of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to complete work within reasonable timelines and to a high-quality standard
• Ability to commit to the Pfizer Values & work in a regulated environment

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: October 23, 2026.

Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES

Eligible for Relocation Package: NO

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% 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.

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.

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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