Senior Associate Scientist - Bioassay Development

Role Summary

This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccines Early BioProcess Analytical Development group. The individual will perform bioassay sample testing, method development and method qualification studies in support of early vaccine development. Assays include but are not limited to enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell-based assays, or other types of bioassays. The individual will perform sample testing to support process development, formulation development, critical reagents characterization and ongoing stability studies. This is a dynamic position that will require work on fast-moving projects.

Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Perform sample testing in support of vaccine development, including bioprocess and formulation development, release, stability, characterization, and adjuvant compatibility studies.

• Have the ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.

• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method development/qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook with guidance.

• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including development reports, analytical test methods, and method qualification reports.

• Read scientific and technical literature to stay current in the area. Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Qualifications

Must Have

• BA/BS with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience OR MA/MS degree in biology or related discipline with 0-3 years relevant experience.

• Prior research experience working in an analytical lab.

• Good working knowledge of antibody-antigen interactions and bioassay analytical techniques.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software is required.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods such as ELISA.

• Prior experience using NGS (ie. Illumina) workflows.

• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).

• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks.

  

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standard laboratory conditions – sitting, standing, primarily lab based.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location Assignment: On Premise

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.

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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Research and Development