Accelerate Drug Discovery at Pfizer as an Associate Scientist!
About Pfizer
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. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting-edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.
Job Title: Associate Scientist, Bioanalytical/Hit Discovery
Locations: United States – Connecticut – Groton
Time Type: Full-time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: 4922534
Why Patients Need You
The Discovery Quantitative Analytical team at our Groton campus leverages state-of-the-art technologies, automation, and novel methods for high-throughput characterization of lead chemical matter. We work in partnership with various disciplines to accelerate project progression and support the Pfizer portfolio as a whole.
What You Will Achieve
The qualified candidate will join a dynamic lab at the forefront of early drug discovery, employing an array of bioanalytical methodologies to detect new chemical entities in in vitro biopharmaceutical screening samples. The individual will work collaboratively with teams to execute fit-for-purpose analyses across established support platforms. The candidate will also assist with the development of new technologies and capabilities that accelerate discovery operations.
How You Will Achieve It
- Support high-throughput in vitro biopharmaceutical screening operations using liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry (LC-MS)
- Collaborate with various teams to aid in the development of cutting-edge bioanalytical technologies and capabilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized LC-MS instrumentation and platforms
- Document experimental results, perform critical review of data, and present findings internally and externally
QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Have
- BS or equivalent in Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline with 1-2 years laboratory experience
- Familiarity with in vitro laboratory techniques
- Experience operating laboratory equipment and/or automation
- A commitment to timely delivery of quality work and overcoming obstacles in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstration of excellent computer, verbal, and written communication skills
Nice-To-Have
- BS in Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry
- Hands-on experience with liquid chromatography and/or mass spectrometry systems and software
- Experience with small molecule LC-MS method development
- Experience with plate-based in vitro techniques
- Familiarity with liquid-handling automation
- Familiarity with troubleshooting of instrumentation and/or processes based on experimental data
- An ability to collaborate with team members in immediate group and across disciplines
- Strong command of Microsoft Office software suite
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Laboratory work requiring standing
- Working at a computer
- Ability to use sound scientific judgment and analyze data to advance programs
Other Job Details:
Last Date to Apply for Job: October 30th, 2024
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.
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