In Vivo Technician

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Your work will directly support the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, and aiding clinical trials. By leveraging cutting-edge design and process development capabilities, you will help accelerate the delivery of top-tier medicines to patients globally, making a significant impact on improving patients' lives.

The In Vivo Technician within the Drug Safety R&D organization is responsible for performing accurate, high quality in‑life study work for rodent and non-rodent safety studies in compliance with the study protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, animal welfare regulations, and departmental policies/procedures. The data collected on these studies by the In Vivo Technician enable candidate selection, clinical programs, early research and target safety, and investigative work.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Perform assigned in vivo study activities in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, study protocols, SOPs, and company procedures.
• Support the in-life phase of rodent and non-rodent safety/toxicology studies, including study set-up, test article administration, animal observations, sample collection, data collection, and documentation.
• Read, understand, and follow study protocols and associated Pristima protocols to ensure study activities are performed as required.
• Accurately enter, review, and document study data and correct errors in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform self-review and, as appropriate, peer review of in-life data for accuracy, completeness, and protocol compliance.
• Prepare study materials, forms, labels, supplies, and equipment needed for study activities.
• Use, maintain, and perform required checks or calibrations of laboratory equipment, such as balances and IV pumps.
• Identify and communicate equipment or technical issues and assist with troubleshooting as appropriate.
• Communicate with Study Directors, Management, Comparative Medicine, and support personnel regarding study activities, animal observations, and unexpected findings.
• Follow established animal welfare practices and promptly communicate observations or issues to appropriate personnel.
• Support preparation of study data and documentation for quality assurance review and archiving.
• Manage assigned activities to meet study timelines while maintaining data quality.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Participate in departmental training, SOP updates, and continuous improvement activities.
• As training and experience progress, may serve as a Primary Technician for assigned studies.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software
• Basic understanding of laboratory protocols and procedures

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in a biological laboratory, specifically in vivo work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 40 lbs and to stand for at least 3 hours. Must also have the ability to perform mathematical calculations.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Overtime, weekend and holiday work is required.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $26.86 to $44.77 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. 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 applies only to the United States - Connecticut - Groton location.

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

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