Associate Scientist - Ligand Binding Assays

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

3d • 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 Perform all functions to support assay development and analysis of pre-clinical and toxicological samples. Perform assays to support critical assay reagent testing, assay development/troubleshooting. Collect and analyze data on a per project basis to support assay development, troubleshooting, reagent evaluation and qualification and other lab projects. Document all aspects of assay work, maintaining accurate, clear, and complete records. Assist in ordering supplies from internal inventory and order/prepare reagents/supplies necessary for assay work. Assist in updating and writing documents associated with assays, includinginformation/data archiving, SOPs and status reports. Satisfactorily complete all GLP and safety training in conformance with Departmental requirements. Stay current on all departmental and corporate training. Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, and reference standards. Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management. Provide critical data review of testing data. Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group. Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills. Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary. Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or biochemistry with 0-2 years of experience in a relevant field
• Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• Experience with aseptic techniques
• The incumbent will be trained on required Policies, Practices, and Procedures needed to support work responsibilities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery experience
• Knowledge of Luminex technology
• Mammalian cells and aseptic techniques
• Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

Responsibilities

• Perform all functions to support assay development and analysis of pre-clinical and toxicological samples.
• Perform assays to support critical assay reagent testing, assay development/troubleshooting.
• Collect and analyze data on a per project basis to support assay development, troubleshooting, reagent evaluation and qualification and other lab projects.
• Document all aspects of assay work, maintaining accurate, clear, and complete records.
• Assist in ordering supplies from internal inventory and order/prepare reagents/supplies necessary for assay work.
• Assist in updating and writing documents associated with assays, includinginformation/data archiving, SOPs and status reports.
• Satisfactorily complete all GLP and safety training in conformance with Departmental requirements.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, and reference standards.
• Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management.
• Provide critical data review of testing data.
• Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group.
• Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills.
• Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
• 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
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees