USA - Bench Scientist - III - USD

Pfizer; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 64,747 - 70,257; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

A leading global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join their Molecular Assessment and Profiling group in Cambridge, MA. In this role, you will conduct biophysical and analytical assays to assess biotherapeutic candidates, contributing to significant advancements in therapeutic development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in biochemistry or biophysics, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in protein characterization. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, alongside competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in biochemistry or related discipline.
• Good understanding of protein biochemistry and stability.
• Familiar with various protein characterization methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret biophysical and analytical assays.
• Analyze data and communicate results effectively.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Biophysical and analytical assays

Protein characterization methods

Strong attention to detail

Multitasking

Excellent communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Biochemistry or related field with 5+ years of experience

MS in Biochemistry or related field with 3+ years of experience

Tools

aSEC

DSC

CGE

cIEF

DLS

Job description

Location: Cambridge, MA, United States (On-site)

Contract: 2 years 1 day

Published 2 days ago

ROLE SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Molecular Assessment and Profiling group within BioMedicine Design at Pfizer. In this role, you will contribute to the selection of high-quality biotherapeutic candidates by providing in-depth physicochemical, thermal and colloidal stability assessments for a wide range of biotherapeutic modalities using a suite of established biophysical and analytical methods. This position offers opportunities for scientific growth, hands-on technical development, and increasing responsibility. Your work will have a meaningful impact on advancing biotherapeutic programs from early discovery toward development.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and interpret biophysical and analytical assays to characterize protein stability, including aSEC, CGE, CGEF, HPLC, DSC, and DLS.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate results to help guide lead molecule selection.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase lab efficiency and throughput.
• Maintain accurate, clear documentation of experiments in an electronic lab notebook.
• Assist with presentation materials to share findings within the team.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline.
• Good understanding of protein biochemistry and stability.
• Familiar with various protein characterization methods and analytical biochemistry techniques such as aSEC, DSC, CGE, cIEF and DLS.
• Strong attention to details (analytical-minded) with the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in therapeutic protein discovery and biochemistry research.
• Knowledgeable with automation.

Pay Rate Range

Minimum Pay Rate: $47/hour (USD)

Maximum Pay Rate: $51/hour (USD)

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