Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which strives to convert advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are engaged in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to expedite the delivery of top tier medicines to patients globally. By integrating advanced scientific knowledge with practical applications, we aim to bring the most effective treatments to those in need, fulfilling our commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.

What You Will Achieve

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. You will have the important role to generate high-quality data in a regulated Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) setting to support Pfizer’s vaccine programs according to Standard Operating Procedures.

The incumbent is responsible for supporting immunoassays in BSL2 conditions within the Clinical Immunology and Diagnostics (CID) group within Pfizer Vaccine. In addition, you will also support throughput activities and provide testing support for clinical and non-clinical research programs.

Your strong foundation in general scientific practice, principles, and concepts will help in meeting critical deadlines. You will be relied upon 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 focus that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• Execute immunological assays to support vaccine clinical programs in a high throughput setting in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct immunological clinical assays in accordance with Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements.
• Present experimental results at group and project meetings. Write progress reports, as necessary.
• Collect and analyze data on a per project basis to support troubleshooting, qualification, and other lab projects.
• May be asked to learn and perform other assays or tasks within the high-throughput area, as needed.
• Complete required documentation for laboratory work. This includes information and data organization/review.
• Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group.
• Stay current on all departmental and corporate training.
• Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills.
• Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary.
• Participate in laboratory management by stocking supplies and reagents needed for daily laboratory operation.
• Where applicable, satisfactorily completes all GCLP and safety training in conformance with Departmental requirements.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• BS in a relevant field of science (biology, immunology, microbiology, etc), with 0-3 years of experience.
• A good foundation in general scientific practice and in the principles and concepts of a relevant scientific discipline.  
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment 
• Proficiency in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software is desirable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are desirable.
• 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.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extended periods of sitting at BSC
• Light lifting, standing, walking, bending
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $100,400.00. 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.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

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