USA - Bench Scientist - II - USD

Pfizer; Groton (CT); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Groton, CT on-site is seeking a Bench Scientist II (Non-PhD) to support drug discovery by performing in vitro experiments to assess off-target pharmacology of novel compounds using cellular and biochemical assays. The role requires running 384-well plate-based assays, cell culture, and data analysis with Excel and GraphPad Prism.

Candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, be able to work independently, and contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years pertinent laboratory experience in Pharmacology (or related field).
• Previous experience running cell/enzyme-based assay platforms in a medium to high throughput environment is required.
• Cell culture experience.
• Eagerness to learn new laboratory techniques.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team to help design, execute, and analyze / interpret data generated from biochemical and in vitro cell-based assays.
• Apply scientific knowledge in running early in-vitro safety screening assays (384 well plate based; medium throughput) using a range of in vitro cell based, enzyme assays and transporter assays.
• Support screening efforts by performing aseptic cell culture work for multiple cell lines.
• Keep detailed experimental records and prepare study summaries and technical reports.
• Have a working knowledge of analysis tools such as Excel, GraphPad Prism, and PowerPoint for experimental documentation and data analysis/presentations.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacology or related field

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Excel

PowerPoint

FLIPR

Revity Envision

Envision Nexus

PerkinElmer MicroBeta2

Plate reader

Job description

Groton, CT, United States (On-site)

Contract (1 year)

Published 2 days ago

Plate reader

GraphPad Prism

Cell based assay

Cell Culture

FLIPR

high throughput

Pharmacology

Bench Scientist II (Non-PhD)

Role Description

This position will be responsible for supporting drug discovery by performing in vitro experiments to assess the off-target pharmacology of novel compounds using both cellular and biochemical assays.

Responsibilities

Work independently and as part of a team to help design, execute, and analyze / interpret data generated from biochemical and in vitro cell-based assays. Specific duties to include:

• Apply scientific knowledge in running early in-vitro safety screening assays (384 well plate based; medium throughput) using a range of in vitro cell based, enzyme assays and transporter assays.
• Support screening efforts by performing aseptic cell culture work for multiple cell lines.
• Keep detailed experimental records and prepare study summaries and technical reports.
• Have a working knowledge of analysis tools such as Excel, GraphPad Prism, and PowerPoint for experimental documentation and data analysis/presentations.
• Contribute to building an innovative culture that embraces scientific excellence, urgency, partnerships with key stakeholders, continuous learning and improvement, increasing technical skill base and in vitro expertise.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus 5 years pertinent laboratory experience in Pharmacology (or related field).

Previous experience running cell/enzyme-based assay platforms in a medium to high throughput environment is required. Experience using plate-based instrumentation (liquid handling, fluorescent plate readers, plate-based scintillation counters)

Cell culture experience

Eagerness to learn new laboratory techniques

Ability to work in fast paced environment and meet deadlines.

Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills as well as ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. Team player attitude is a must.

Excellent time-management skills and ability to follow pre-established experimental designs and troubleshoot problems in an independent manner.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of receptor pharmacology principles

Experience with Molecular Devices FLIPR, Revity Envision and Envision Nexus, Perkin Elmer MicroBeta2 platforms

Experience using Revity Signals Electronic Notebook

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate $46

Max Pay Rate $51

Currency USD

Unit hourly

Additional Notes

Please note that contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third-party payrolling partner.

This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance