Associate Scientist, Immunology

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

1d • $60,200 - $100,400 • Onsite

About The Position

As an Associate Scientist in Pfizer’s Cell-Mediated Immunoassays (CMI) group, you will generate high-quality cellular immunology data supporting clinical vaccine programs and contribute to understanding immune responses that drive vaccine efficacy and safety. The role primarily focuses on executing clinical assays, especially flow cytometry, with potential support for ELISPOT, ADCC, and other cellular immunoassays. You will also help improve laboratory operations through 5S, automation, and process optimization, while maintaining quality, compliance, data integrity, and audit readiness. The position is performed on premise and requires permanent U.S. work authorization; U.S. work visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Zero to two years of experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in immunology or a related field.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Scientific curiosity and willingness to continuously learn and expand technical expertise.
• 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.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with flow cytometry and understanding of its scientific principles.
• Knowledge of immunology and cellular immune responses.
• Familiarity with ELISPOT, ADCC, or other biofunctional assays.
• Understanding of relevant statistics and data analysis.
• Experience with laboratory automation and high-throughput workflows.
• Experience with continuous improvement or Lean methodologies, such as 5S.
• Familiarity with LIMS or other electronic laboratory systems.
• Exposure to mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques.
• Prior experience in a clinical or regulated laboratory environment.
• AI fluency and interest in applying AI and digital tools to workflows.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-throughput flow cytometry assays to characterize cellular immune responses.
• Support additional cellular immunoassays, including ELISPOT and ADCC, as needed.
• Maintain compliance with GxP requirements and internal SOPs for laboratory activities.
• Support qualification of new assays and accurately document experimental work.
• Drive operational improvements, including 5S, laboratory automation, and process optimization, to improve testing workflow efficiency and robustness.
• Uphold quality and compliance through sound documentation, data integrity, and audit readiness.
• Prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and manage sample workflows.
• Analyze and interpret assay results and present findings to team members and leadership.
• Collaborate within the CMI group and cross-functionally to support vaccine development programs.

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.
• Eligibility to participate 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