Scientist / Engineer

What You Will Achieve

The Process Scientist / Engineer – Purification role in Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) organization supports biological therapeutics and vaccines.  Within MSAT, the incumbent works in the Purification Group, which develops processes for isolation and purification of recombinant proteins, polysaccharides, bioconjugates, and other biologics.

• Projects may include execution of processes at lab and pilot scales, process development and characterization, scale-up and tech transfer to commercial manufacturing, process simulation and modeling, process troubleshooting, new technology development and implementation.

• The incumbent will run various recovery and purification unit operations, including preparative chromatography, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), and Normal Flow Filtration (NFF) at lab and pilot scales, as well as providing support for commercial scale operations as needed.

• The scope of the project work may include tasks in any (or all) of the following stages: scope definition, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analyses, design, specification development, project planning, implementation, and post-implementation monitoring and follow-up.

The incumbent must be capable of providing significant contributions to cross-functional projects and may lead some teams with involvement and coaching from their supervisor.

How You Will Achieve It

• Utilizing a high level of technical expertise, the incumbent is responsible for moderately complex projects related to the development, scale-up and/or characterization of processes, equipment, and control strategies, process optimization, qualification of alternate raw materials and components, and/or technology transfer to GMP commercial manufacturing facilities.

• The incumbent must execute, analyze, document, and communicate results from experimental studies conducted at lab, pilot or commercial scales. The candidate must be able to interpret data and make recommendations to optimize processes, improve yields, and enhance the smooth transition from development through to successful implementation.

• The incumbent is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving process issues, diagnosing technical problems, and determining short- and long-term solutions.

• The incumbent will be required to work both independently and in team environments and be able to coordinate multiple technical projects simultaneously in a well-organized fashion.

The incumbent is expected to prepare technical reports, provide oral presentations to scientists and management, and assist in the preparation of regulatory filing documents, as required.

Here Is What You Need (Basic Requirements)

Education or equivalent:

• BA/BS with at least 6 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 4 years of experience 
• Degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or other related biotechnology discipline  
• Relevant experience may consist of skill development from academic and/or industry setting.  

Technical Competencies:

• Technical knowledge and skills in purification of biologics achieved through industrial or academic experience in research and development, technical operations, manufacturing, etc.

• Demonstrated experience with operating, monitoring, and control of purification processes including chromatography, TFF, and NFF.

Application of knowledge of purification processes to facilitate troubleshooting and resolving process issues, diagnosing technical problems, and determining short- and long-term solutions.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Highly motivated, self-starter, ability to work with a team or alone to achieve goals as needed.

• Always acts with integrity and in accordance with Pfizer values, company policies, procedures, and all applicable regulatory guidelines including cGMP.

• Puts safety of patients, self, and other colleagues first; complies with all safety, occupational health and environmental requirements.

• Application of knowledge/experience of the principles, concepts, and practices of a discipline

• Increasingly relies on own experience and knowledge as well as that of others for scientific judgment in work situations.

Build and utilize network connections established on cross-functional teams to shape local project milestones and deliverables.

Organizational Reporting Structure:

• Incumbent will report directly to the Sr. Manager / Manager of Purification in the MSAT organization.

• Incumbent will interact primarily with Purification group members and other groups within MSAT; the incumbent will have interactions on cross-functional teams with colleagues in the PharmaceuticalScience, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Quality organizations.

• Incumbent is expected to participate on cross-functional and matrixed teams.  Additionally, the incumbent is expected lead some teams with involvement and coaching from their supervisor.

Occasionally work off-shift, overtime, weekends and/or holidays to meet business or stakeholder needs.

Note:

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.

It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the colleague.  Colleagues may be asked to perform other duties, as required.

 
 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical: The role might occasionally involve lifting up to 50 lb, standing in the lab for extended period of time, walking between labs and facilities.

Mental: the role requires ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

The role might require occasional long or off-shift hours.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Last Date To Apply: June 5th, 2026

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.

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