Senior Associate Scientist -Chemistry Analytical R&D
Pfizer
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Practise the Senior Associate Scientist -Chemistry Analytical R&D at Pfizer interview free →Use Your Power for Purpose Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. In Analytical Research & Development you will apply innovative measurement science, data analytics and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world. What You Will Achieve As a Senior Associate Scientist in Analytical Research and Development GMP analytics group, you will take an active role in supporting drug release and stability testing by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support physical and chemical characterization of highly potent drug substance and drug product. Working knowledge and ability to operate analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and drug product dissolution, used for the characterization of pharmaceutical substances and products is desired. How You Will Achieve It Perform laboratory work in support of analytical testing of pharmaceutical projects with some experience in any of the following analytical methodologies: chromatography, KF, spectroscopy and dissolution. Responsibilities may include running analytical methods, testing and release of raw materials, and finished drug substance and drug products to support clinical release and use period extensions, documentation of experimental results. Effectively interact with drug substance/drug product project teams, quality assurance and regulatory CMC to support investigations, use/review period updates and release clinical supplies. Demonstrate proficiency with a wide variety of software and information systems. The colleague must be able to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask and meet project timelines. Qualifications Must-Have BA/BS with at least 2 years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of experience. Ability to meet project milestones under general supervision, manage expectations for specific projects, ensure delivery submission-ready data and documentation. Experience in problem-solving skills and instrument troubleshooting. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, especially adherence to laboratory GMP notebook practices Experience with a wide variety of software and information systems (e.g. electronic lab notebooks, OneLab, CisPro, Empower and LIMS). Ability to work in a team environment in GMP laboratory environment performing experiments Ability to perform data analysis, record results in electronic lab notebooks and effectively communicate in a team environment. Ability to adhere to safe laboratory practices Good documentation skills with high attention to detail, strong organizational skills, team oriented, effective interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in environments requiring enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE) Nice-to-Have Experience in the pharmaceutical industry Experience working in a regulated environment Experience with chromatography techniques (HPLC, GC, HPLC-MS, IC, FTIR, KF Titration) Potent compound handling experience Use of isolators and gloveboxes Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use Work Location Assignment: On Premise PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work in environments requiring enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE) NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS None Relocation support available Work Location Assignment: On Premise OTHER JOB DETAILS Last Date to Apply for Job: November 19th, 2026 The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% 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. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative. 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. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers . Research and Development
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