Associate Scientist, ADME Sciences, Medicine Design

Why Patients Need You

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.

What You Will Achieve

In your role, you will be joining a dynamic group in support of the global Pfizer small molecule research and development portfolio. Your position will be responsible for designing and/or conducting studies in drug discovery and development. You will have the unique opportunity to work with project representatives and influence the selection of candidate molecules for drug development.

As an Associate scientist, you will be at the center of our operations and you'll find that everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to quality. Your strong foundation in general scientific practice, its principles and concepts will help in meeting critical deadlines. You will be relied on as a technical contributor to assess the assigned tasks and make decisions that involve direct application of your knowledge.

It is your hard work and dedication that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• The scientist is expected to conduct in vitro enzymology experiments with coaching and supervision.
  
• Using LC-MS, the scientist will quantitatively analyze drugs and metabolites from in vitro samples in support of drug discovery programs.
  
• The scientist is responsible for generating high quality data in a timely manner, reviewing and uploading their data into databases.
  
• The role involves writing reports, data QC, and presenting results in individual and group settings.
  
• The scientist will manage the workload with input from supervisors regarding prioritization.
  
• The scientist will maintain up-to-date electronic laboratory notebooks and records in accordance with Pfizer policies and follow all laboratory safety guidelines.
  
• The role also involves close collaborations with other scientists in the Drug Metabolism group to enable drug discovery or development portfolio support, troubleshooting, and technology improvement or development.
  

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor'sDegree(BA/BS) or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field.
  
• Excellent computer, verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and maintain a high quality of data and timely delivery of results.
  
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, ability to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities.
  
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  

Nice-to-Have

• Demonstrated laboratory experience, preferably with in vitro drug metabolism studies and/or LC-MS operation.
  
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge and skills to maintain high level of performance .
  
• Strong mathematical, analytical and reasoning skills .
  
• Experience working with multi-functional, cross-line teams.
  

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• The position will require the scientist to work in the laboratory, including standing, walking, sitting, bending, and lifting.
  
• Ability to perform practical laboratory bench work and work on a computer (while standing or sitting).
  
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and interpret data.
  
• Skills in written and spoken English
  

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Some travel (once or twice a year) may be required to other Pfizer sites.
  

Other Job Details:

• 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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Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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