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Senior Associate Scientist, Vaccines

Employer
Pfizer
Location
Pearl River, New York
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 1, 2022

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Discipline
Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Health Sciences, Vaccine Research
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Staff Scientist
Organization Type
Pharma
ROLE SUMMARY:

This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccine Research and Development - Formulation Development organization. The primary responsibilities are to s upport formulation and process development of vaccine drug product formulations for proteins, glycoconjugates, RNA as well as adjuvants.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Execute formulation studies to support the development of vaccine formulations.
  • The individual will be responsible for calculating how to achieve the desired formulation with basic instructions to deliver targeted formulations in a consistent, timely manner.
  • Document experiments, analyze data, provide interpretation and conclusions obtained from formulation development experiments contemporaneously in an electronic notebook.
  • Contribute to drafting formulation protocols, dose instructions and technical reports.
  • Perform formulation characterization using techniques such as pH, DSC, osmolality, Karl Fischer, particle sizing, and zeta potential.
  • The individual will to contribute and participate in general laboratory maintenance activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS in Pharmaceutics, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or related discipline plus 2 or more years of related work experience, or MS in related discipline.
  • Relevant experience in pharmaceutical formulation and process development is a must.
  • Experience in formulation development for vaccines, other biologics and adjuvants is preferable.
  • Experience in the development of nucleic acid products and their delivery technology platforms is a plus.
  • Experience with utilizing various biophysical formulation characterization techniques such as DSC, Zeta Potential, and particle sizing techniques is desired.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work across a matrix team.
  • Computer proficiency.


PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Standard laboratory conditions - sitting, standing, primarily lab based.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform data analysis.


OTHER JOB DETAILS

Eligible for Relocation Package

Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus

#LI-PFE

Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.

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