Associate Scientist, Vaccines

Use Your Power for Purpose

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. At the core of fulfilling this purpose is our commitment to Research and Development, where we strive to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, you will leverage cutting-edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and deliver best-in-class medicines to patients globally.

What You Will Achieve

This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccine Research and Development Analytical Group. The individual will perform routine sample testing to support process development of early phase vaccine candidates. Assays include standard analytical separations (e.g., HPLC, gel electrophoresis), and plate-based techniques (e.g., UV-Vis, fluorescence).

How You Will Achieve It

• Perform routine sample testing under direct supervision to support vaccine development, including sample preparation, instrument setup, and operation, and data analysis.
• Document experiments, analyze data, and report results in an electronic laboratory notebook in accordance with Pfizer requirements.
• Draft technical reports with guidance.
• Plan daily work to complete assigned tasks and experiments outlined by the supervisor.
• Contribute to general laboratory maintenance activities, including buffer preparation, reagent formulation, equipment maintenance, and laboratory waste management.

Here Is What You Need (Qualifications)

• BA/BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline, with 0-2 years of related work experience.
• Technical proficiencies in liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC) and spectroscopy (UV/VIS, Fluorescence) are preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software is desirable; familiarity with generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) is a plus.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
• Motivated, detail-oriented, with good laboratory skills.
• 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.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Standard conditions – sitting, standing.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

N/A

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

 

 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $100,400.00. 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.

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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