Associate Scientist, Clinical Immunology

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Scientist, Clinical Immunology performs immunoassays and clinical sample testing to support vaccine development programs in a GLP-compliant environment. The role analyzes assay data, troubleshoots assay performance, and contributes to assay development, qualification, and validation. It also reviews clinical and nonclinical data for accuracy, quality, and reliable study outcomes.

The position maintains critical assay materials—including reagents, controls, proficiency panels, and viruses—to ensure testing readiness. The scientist collaborates with team members and project teams to meet timelines and communicate assay progress, results, and updates to project teams and leadership. The role also maintains required training and contributes to a culture of quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The work is performed on premises, primarily in a laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Zero to two years of experience.
• Hands-on experience in a science laboratory.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Curiosity about how AI tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmaceutical or vaccine research experience.
• Experience with functional antibody assays or neutralization assays.
• Experience with assay development, troubleshooting, or clinical sample testing.
• Experience in regulated or high-throughput laboratory environments.
• Experience with automated liquid handling platforms, such as Bravo, Tecan, or similar systems.
• Experience with scientific data analysis or generative AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform immunoassays and clinical sample testing to support vaccine development programs in a GLP-compliant environment.
• Analyze assay data and troubleshoot assay performance.
• Contribute to assay development, qualification, and validation activities.
• Review clinical and nonclinical data to ensure accuracy, quality, and reliable study outcomes.
• Maintain assay materials, including reagents, controls, proficiency panels, and viruses.
• Collaborate with the team to meet project timelines.
• Communicate assay progress, results, and key updates to project teams and leadership.
• Maintain required training and contribute to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Potential relocation assistance based on business needs and/or eligibility.
• Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 7.5% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

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