Why Patients Need You

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Pfizer Global Supply 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 transferring technology, ensuring robust commercial processes through process validation 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

As a 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. As part of Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) you will be responsible for process troubleshooting, process improvements and second-generation process development of Pfizer’s late-stage development and commercial biopharmaceuticals and vaccines. Your main area of focus will be performing laboratory and pilot-scale process characterization and process optimization studies. You will help Pfizer develop new and improved processes. Your innovative mindset will help us develop economical, efficient and safe active drug materials.

With your deep knowledge in the discipline, you will be an active team member who influences at the project team level. You will be using your scientific judgment to adapt standard methods and techniques by applying prior work experience and consulting others. Your ability to plan will help in preparing short-term work activities on projects. Your creativity in developing novel processes and new ideas will be used frequently. You will undertake mentoring activities to guide your team members.

It is your innovative scientific temperament that will help in making Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• Contribute to achievement of goals and influence at the work group/project team level.
• Contribute and/or lead troubleshooting and investigation of bioprocessing issues with existing commercial Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) processes to support project teams, API sites and global technical groups.
• Coordinate and support tech transfer activities by drafting protocols, reviewing data, and writing reports.
• Plan and execute laboratory studies, make detailed observations, analyze and interpret data.
• Support the Process Analytical Technology program and the Operational Excellence initiatives utilizing advanced analytical, chemometric, and statistical skills to upgrade process performance.
• Work with potentially hazardous chemicals using appropriate personal protective safety equipment in a properly controlled environment.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 6 years of experience OR a bachelors with at least 3 years of experience OR Masters with more than 1 year of experience.
• Practical experience in aseptic technique & fed-batch, perfusion & harvest bioreactor operations.
• Technical knowledge and skills in upstream mammalian cell culture of biologics achieved through industrial or academic experience in research and development.
• Practical expertise with the following equipment: Sartorius Ambr15, Ambr250 HT, Ambr250 M, lab-scale glass & single-use bioreactors controlled by Kynota DV systems, Nova Flex2 with automated sampling system, Cedex HiRes & HT, Siemens Rapidpoint 400 & perfusion technology
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or in a collaborative environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a research laboratory setting, a strong background of traditional bioprocessing, and/or a working knowledge of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices)/statistical methods

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in supporting scale-up and technology transfer to pilot or commercial scale facilities
• Experience with control and data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with DoE and other statistical tools
• Experience with processing and intepreting large data sets

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Involves typical bioprocessing lab activities (all the examples mentioned in job description)

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Schedule is 1st shift, Monday - Friday. May require some out of hours working to support laboratory work or participation in teleconferences with other global sites. Some travel may be required, but is not expected to be a standard aspect of role (<5% of time)

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

OTHER JOB DETAILS

• Last Date to Apply for Job: January 3, 2025
• Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES
• Eligible for Relocation Package: NO

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $77,100.00 to $128,500.00. 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.

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