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Senior Associate Scientist

Employer
Pfizer
Location
Pearl River, New York
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 26, 2022

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

Pfizer is currently developing COVID-19 and influenza vaccines based on mRNA technology as well as vaccines using other approaches.

In partnership with the Director of Viral Vaccines, the individual will work in the next generation of RNA vaccines and other modalities. This is a laboratory-based position in the Viral Vaccines group (Research).

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Molecular biology experiments including cloning , sequence analysis, DNA/RNA isolation, RT-qPCR, RNA manipulation and analysis.
  • Mammalian cell cultures including transfections
  • Analysis of protein expression in cells using Western-Blot and immunofluorescence
  • Assist in all virology experiments


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Virology, or a related scientific field. MS with 2 years of research experience, or BS with4 years of laboratory research experience, industry experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with basic bioinformatic software programs for analyzing gene sequence data
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and relevant scientific software, including graphing/statistical analysis tools is expected
  • Ability to work well in sight of aggressive timelines and excellence in multitasking
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented individual
  • Demonstrate curiosity and creative desire to answer scientific questions


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

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