Associate Scientist (Clinical Assay)

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Develop and conduct immunological assays to support vaccine clinical development, adhering to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements. Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management. Collect and analyze data to support troubleshooting, qualification, and other lab projects. Provide critical data review of both clinical and nonclinical data. Execute sample testing and analysis for toxicology and clinical trials. 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. Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, toxins, and reference standards. Ensure timely preventive maintenance and proper care of qualified laboratory equipment, coordinating service requests, documenting activities, and maintaining equipment readiness to support uninterrupted assay operations.

Requirements

• BA/BS with 0 to 2 years of experience with laboratory in a relevant field of science, acquired in academic/industrial setting.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery experience
• Experience working in a BSL‑2 laboratory environment, including handling virus in compliance with biosafety and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data organization, formula creation, pivot tables, and charting
• Skilled in GraphPad Prism and Excel to analyze, visualize, and clearly communicate complex biological data
• Experience with laboratory robotics and automated liquid‑handling systems
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct immunological assays to support vaccine clinical development, adhering to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements.
• Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management.
• Collect and analyze data to support troubleshooting, qualification, and other lab projects.
• Provide critical data review of both clinical and nonclinical data.
• Execute sample testing and analysis for toxicology and clinical trials.
• 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.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, toxins, and reference standards.
• Ensure timely preventive maintenance and proper care of qualified laboratory equipment, coordinating service requests, documenting activities, and maintaining equipment readiness to support uninterrupted assay operations.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level