Full-Time

Associate Scientist

Lab Ops, Environmental Monitoring

Posted on 1/2/2025

Pfizer

Pfizer

10,001+ employees

Develops and manufactures biopharmaceutical products

Social Impact
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$54.7k - $97.5kAnnually

+ Bonus

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Sanford, NC, USA

Work location is on premise in Sanford, North Carolina.

Category
Quality Control & Compliance
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Applicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 4 years of experience OR a bachelors degree with 0+years of experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in manufacturing quality or engineering experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry
  • Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation function and analytical method troubleshooting
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
  • Ability to perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis
  • A deep understanding of Microbiology testing and experience in defending laboratory practices during regulatory audits
  • Proficiency in both viable and non-viable environmental monitoring within pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Solid grasp of aseptic techniques
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Responsibilities
  • Perform tasks associated with maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliant Quality Control and Stability laboratories.
  • Support environmental monitoring and water collection in the QC Microbiology laboratory.
  • Follow Environment Health and Safety requirements for site and QC laboratories.
  • Write cleaning validation protocols and reports, and perform complex mathematical problems and data analysis.
  • Support product transfers, new product development, regulatory queries, cost improvement projects, and Drug Product plant support for Cleaning Validation.
  • Operate within established HR policies and basic colleague relations guidelines.
  • Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical reports, project plans, etc.

Pfizer focuses on creating and producing healthcare products, particularly medicines and vaccines. The company conducts extensive research and development to discover new treatments, which are then manufactured and sold globally. Pfizer's products include vaccines, cancer treatments, and other specialized medications. A key aspect of Pfizer's operations is its partnership with BioNTech to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, showcasing its role in addressing public health challenges. Unlike many competitors, Pfizer emphasizes not only the development of new drugs but also the distribution of vaccines to underserved communities. The company's goal is to enhance public health by expanding its range of effective treatments and ensuring access to its products worldwide.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1849

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What believers are saying

  • Starboard Value's $1 billion stake may drive strategic changes and increase shareholder value.
  • Pfizer's investment in fibrosis treatments expands its therapeutic areas.
  • Involvement in protein modification research diversifies Pfizer's treatment offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Slowdown in COVID-19 vaccine demand impacts Pfizer's revenue streams.
  • Activist investor Starboard Value may influence Pfizer's strategic decisions.
  • Emerging biotech companies pose a threat to Pfizer's market share in immunotherapy.

What makes Pfizer unique

  • Pfizer's partnership with BioNTech led to a highly effective COVID-19 vaccine.
  • Pfizer invests in AI disease models, enhancing predictive insights for drug development.
  • Pfizer's oncology portfolio is strengthened by investments in TCR-based immunotherapies.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Relocation Assistance

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