Associate Scientist, Immunology
About The Position
Why Patients Need You Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling this mission as we translate advanced science into therapies and vaccines that matter most. As part of the Cellular Mediated Immunity (CMI) group, you will contribute to understanding immune responses that drive vaccine efficacy and safety. What You Will Achieve As an Associate Scientist in the CMI group, you will play a critical role in generating high-quality cellular immunology data in a regulated laboratory setting to support Pfizer’s vaccine programs. The primary focus of this role is high-throughput flow cytometry to analyze cellular immune responses in clinical and non-clinical samples. You may also support additional immunological assays such as ELISPOT and other biofunctional methods. This position involves routine testing, assay development, and data analysis, all performed in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and internal standards. How You Will Achieve It Perform high-throughput flow cytometry assays to characterize cellular immune responses. Support additional immunological assays such as ELISPOT and other biofunctional methods as needed. Maintain compliance with GLP/GCLP and internal SOPs for all laboratory activities. Assist in assay development and qualification and ensure accurate documentation of experimental work. Prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and manage sample workflows efficiently. Analyze and interpret flow cytometry data and present findings to team members and management. Collaborate within the CMI group and across teams to support vaccine development programs. Stay current on departmental and corporate training requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry). with 0 to 2 years of experience
- Hands-on laboratory experience in immunology or related field.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and scientific data software.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with flow cytometry and understanding of its scientific principles.
- Knowledge of immunology and cellular immune responses.
- Familiarity with ELISPOT or other biofunctional assays.
- Understanding of relevant statistics and data analysis.
- Experience with laboratory automation and high-throughput workflows.
- Exposure to mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques.
- Prior experience in a clinical or regulated laboratory environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-throughput flow cytometry assays to characterize cellular immune responses.
- Support additional immunological assays such as ELISPOT and other biofunctional methods as needed.
- Maintain compliance with GLP/GCLP and internal SOPs for all laboratory activities.
- Assist in assay development and qualification and ensure accurate documentation of experimental work.
- Prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and manage sample workflows efficiently.
- Analyze and interpret flow cytometry data and present findings to team members and management.
- Collaborate within the CMI group and across teams to support vaccine development programs.
- Stay current on departmental and corporate training requirements.
Benefits
- participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
- 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
- health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
