Scientist

What You Will Achieve

• Consistently performs routine and complex analytical chemistry activities with a degree of independence.  Demonstrates technical expertise in one or more analytical areas. 
• Performs chemical, in-vitro, or in-vivo biological assays of clinical and/or commercial product raw materials, production intermediate and bulk samples, inprocess samples, finished product, process & cleaning validation samples, package samples and components as well as some specialized techniques.
• Assays are performed in compliance with USP, FDA and other regulatory body requirements, Pfizer standard operating procedures, and approved license requirements.  In addition, the individual writes, reviews and approves protocols, reports, and investigations associated with the laboratory and to support method validation activities.
• This position is responsible for providing time sensitive in-process testing in support of Operations as needed and with OBE 5 drug products.
• Responsible for ensuring time-sensitive in-process lab testing is performed in support of Operations.  This may require adjusting work hours as required or needed.
• Compiles validation data into comprehensive reports.  Work on analytical methods in support of new product launches and existing marketed products.  Applies creative ability and specialized scientific knowledge to solving marketed product analytical problems or evaluating changes.  Evaluates and implements new measurement technologies to improve sensitivity, selectivity, and/or the ability to characterize, excipients, in-process materials, and finished products. 
• Participate in Laboratory investigations, create Change Control, revise test methods, write protocol and perform approvals.
• The position is accountable for ensuring that analytical measurements are accurate and that methods are in compliance with FDA and/or other applicable regulatory agency guidelines, cGMP, and corporate requirements.

How You Will Achieve It

Conducts assays

In addition to high technical competence, the colleague understands and can articulate the scientific/regulatory principles that underlie practices and guide future projects/studies/reviews development. 

Analyzes results

Analyzes and interprets project/study/investigation/review results independently.  May utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).  Develops problem solving skills.  Makes tactical decisions independently based on the results. 

Trains & Mentors

Trains analysts in new and existing procedures, techniques and governmental regulations as directed by management.  Takes initiative; seeks out additional assignments, etc.

Lab Support

Responsible for planning and execution of all tasks needed to achieve routine goals. Seeks advice on planning from management when there are priority conflicts. Maintains all related records, prepares and records media, buffers and reagents, etc., and maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.  May assist in coordinating the testing activities of the group.

SOPs and Admin

Able to make independent contributions to the development of new technologies developing and revising methods and procedures to assure compliance with applicable regulations; carries out technical and administrative duties as assigned.

Here Is What You Need

Applicant must have a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biochemistry or Advanced degree preferred with 6 years of experience; OR MBA/MS with 4 years of experience.

This position requires 6 years' experience within Quality Control or other relevant analytical experience in the pharmaceutical industry. General lab equipment. Equipment troubleshooting.

Candidates will have prior experience in most, if not all, of the following:

• Making sound and effective decisions under pressure
• Working with other manufacturing sites to understand a broader perspective
• Exposure to Regulatory inspections including direct interactions
• Ability to effectively work within Quality Control, and across network channels, to accomplish goals

Knowledge of the following areas are critical for success in the role:

• ICH and other applicable industry standards
• Understanding the principles of Data Integrity

Organizational Relationships

• Provide the primary groups or key role(s) that this role will have interaction with as a regular part of the role responsibilities.  Include any external interactions as appropriate.
• Manufacturing.
• Work priorities, provide information, discuss problem batches, manufacturing/technical issues, deviations and other events with potential impact on product quality and/or supply.
• Other Site Quality functions, other site functions; Q&C OpU contacts.
• For any relevant topic, as appropriate.
• Site and Corporate Regulatory Affairs function.
• Change Control process; Address and and resolve any potential issues with regulatory impact.  Provide support for queries and BOH filings.
• Vendors, Contractors and other 3rd parties.
• Interactions with vendors, contract manufacturers, and other 3rd parties on any relevant Quality & Compliance issue, on joint projects and in routine business contacts.
• Industry Committees,  Trade Associations.
• Representation of Pfizer; Information exchange and discussion of emerging regulations and regulatory expectations and their impact on the Industry.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to perform complex data analysis

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Responsible for ensuring time-sensitive in-process lab testing is performed in support of Operations.  This may require adjusting work hours as required or needed.

OTHER INFORMATION

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Last Date To Apply: August 11, 2026

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $79,400.00 to $132,400.00. 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.

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