Associate scientist, Vaccines, Research & Development

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

22h • $60,200 - $100,400 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly hands-on laboratory role, with a significant portion of time dedicated to analytical testing, sample preparation, operation of analytical instrumentation, data analysis, and scientific documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced scientists while developing technical expertise in analytical methods used to support vaccine development programs.

Requirements

• BA or BS in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline, with 0 + 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Undergraduate laboratory research experience may be sufficient if the candidate demonstrates strong technical aptitude, strong attention to detail, effective documentation practices, and the ability to learn new analytical methods quickly.
• Basic understanding of scientific principles, laboratory procedures, data analysis, documentation, and communication.
• Ability to execute assigned experiments under supervision with attention to details.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC and UV/Vis spectroscopy obtained through academic research, internships, co-op programs, or industry experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, co-op, or industry experience in an analytical, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or biopharmaceutical laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC/UPLC and UV/Vis analytical techniques.
• Experience with Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), or related analytical platforms.
• Familiarity with vaccine-related materials, analytical method qualification, data integrity practices, and laboratory troubleshooting activities.
• Experience using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN), chromatography data systems, LIMS/sample tracking systems, Microsoft Excel for data analysis, and other scientific software tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned analytical testing under supervision to support vaccine process development, formulation development, characterization, stability, and release-support activities.
• Prepare samples and operate analytical instruments following established procedures and approved methods.
• Support method development, verification, qualification, and troubleshooting experiments under guidance.
• Process and review experimental data, summarize results, and report observations to the supervisor or project team.
• Document laboratory work contemporaneously in electronic laboratory notebooks and maintain accurate, complete, and traceable records.
• Assist with preparation of analytical methods, protocols, reports, and method qualification documentation as directed.
• Participate in training, method transfer, and knowledge-sharing activities to build technical capability.
• Complete assigned tasks in alignment with supervisor direction, project timelines, and laboratory priorities.
• Support laboratory readiness through routine instrument checks, reagent and consumable management, housekeeping, and waste handling.
• Follow applicable safety requirements, data-integrity expectations, Good Documentation Practices, and other internal procedures.
• On a day-to-day basis, perform hands-on laboratory activities including sample preparation, execution of analytical assays, operation of analytical instruments, review and interpretation of data, troubleshooting of routine assay or instrument issues, and completion of laboratory documentation in accordance with internal procedures.

Benefits

• 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
• Relocation assistance may be available

What This Job Offers

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