Associate Scientist, Vaccines

Pfizer is hiring an Associate Scientist to support early-phase vaccine candidate process development in its Vaccine Research and Development Analytical Group. The laboratory-based role performs routine analytical sample testing, analyzes and documents results, and contributes to technical reporting and laboratory maintenance.

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred

• Technical proficiencies in liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC) and spectroscopy (UV/VIS, Fluorescence)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• familiarity with generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
• 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
• Liquid Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC)
• UV/VIS Spectroscopy
• Fluorescence Spectroscopy
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Scientific Software
• Generative AI Tools
• Microsoft Copilot
• ChatGPT
• Responsible AI Practices
• AI Risk Management
• Ethical AI Use
• Curiosity
• Problem-Solving
• Productivity

Benefits

• Eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary.
• 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
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Company

• Biopharmaceutical medicines and vaccines development
• New York, New York, USA
• http://www.pfizer.com/
• Founded in 1849
• 10001+ employees

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline, with 0-2 years of related work experience
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
• Motivated, detail-oriented, with good laboratory skills
• 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
• This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States
• Technical proficiencies in liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC) and spectroscopy (UV/VIS, Fluorescence)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• Familiarity with generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
• 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
• BA/BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline, with 0-2 years of related work experience.

Required skills

• ChatGPT, Fluorescence Spectroscopy, HPLC/UPLC, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, UV-Vis Spectroscopy

Experience

• Entry level