QC Manager, Bioassay

Pfizer•Sanford, NC

2d•$106,000 - $176,600•Onsite

About The Position

Use Your Power for Purpose Every day, everything we do is driven by an unwavering commitment to delivering safe and effective products to patients. Our quality culture, which is both science and risk-based, is flexible, innovative, and customer-oriented. Whether you are engaged in development, maintenance, compliance, or analysis through research programs, your contribution will have a direct impact on patients. Our dedication to quality and safety ensures that we consistently meet the highest standards, making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Join us in our mission to improve patient outcomes through excellence in every aspect of our work. What You Will Achieve In this role, you will: Provides strategic and scientific oversight to the Bioassay Laboratory Ensures testing plans, methods and equipment are in place to assure reliability of product in conjunction with product design and specifications. Tests and inspects products to determine compliance with specifications. Performs laboratory tests on finished products, raw materials, and in-process material in support of the company's quality control program. Provides support to operations and other line functions in day-to-day operations Supports Quality in the development of Short-range and long-range operating objectives, staffing requirements, and succession plans Work is achieved by individual or through project teams, utilizing technical or subject matter expertise to achieve results. Requires relevant scientific education, skills, and knowledge. Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements) Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience Experience in QC/laboratory management Previous experience leading people is preferred Experience with analytical laboratory techniques/technologies Knowledge of GMP guidelines Knowledge and experience with Quality Systems Strategic and Innovative Thinking Expertise with bioassay techniques such as: ELISA, Slot Blot, SDS-PAGE, etc. Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements) Knowledge in the application of statistical tools, root cause analysis, and/or six sigma methodologies Experience with environmental testing, utility monitoring, analytical testing, microbial identification, and sterility testing Expertise in Quality Control (QC) instruments and accuracy specifications Ability to manage projects and ongoing work activities of moderate complexity Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to foster teamwork and colleague development Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to stand for 2 or more hours at a time. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Ability to work in front of a computer for 2 or more hours at a time. NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS May be required to support activities after working hours. May be required to support weekend activities from time to time. OTHER JOB DETAILS Last Date to Apply for Job: April 6, 2026. Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES Eligible for Relocation Package: NO Work Location Assignment: On Premise The annual base salary for this position ranges from $106 000,00 to $176 600,00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15,0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include 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, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative. EEO & Employment Eligibility Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. Quality Assurance and Control

Requirements

Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience
Experience in QC/laboratory management
Previous experience leading people is preferred
Experience with analytical laboratory techniques/technologies
Knowledge of GMP guidelines
Knowledge and experience with Quality Systems
Strategic and Innovative Thinking
Expertise with bioassay techniques such as: ELISA, Slot Blot, SDS-PAGE, etc.
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in the application of statistical tools, root cause analysis, and/or six sigma methodologies
Experience with environmental testing, utility monitoring, analytical testing, microbial identification, and sterility testing
Expertise in Quality Control (QC) instruments and accuracy specifications
Ability to manage projects and ongoing work activities of moderate complexity
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to foster teamwork and colleague development
Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Responsibilities

Provides strategic and scientific oversight to the Bioassay Laboratory
Ensures testing plans, methods and equipment are in place to assure reliability of product in conjunction with product design and specifications.
Tests and inspects products to determine compliance with specifications.
Performs laboratory tests on finished products, raw materials, and in-process material in support of the company's quality control program.
Provides support to operations and other line functions in day-to-day operations
Supports Quality in the development of Short-range and long-range operating objectives, staffing requirements, and succession plans
Work is achieved by individual or through project teams, utilizing technical or subject matter expertise to achieve results.

Benefits

participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15,0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
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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