QC Senior Analytical Scientist

Pfizer • Rocky Mount, NC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CQ Senior Analytical Scientist, functions as a Subject Matter Expert for areas of evaluation of testing methods, including but not limited to internal test methods, compendia methods, and implementing updates of test methods for improvement through Global Quality Tracking System (QTS) and PDOCS change control process. The role requires interactions with colleagues within the Rocky Mount site as well as external colleagues within and outside the Pfizer organization. In this role, you will: Contribute to and influence goals at the work group or project team level Manage time effectively and develop short-term work plans Apply technical skills and knowledge proactively in projects Make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems and receive instructions on complex issues Work under limited supervision with periodic review Develop scientific activities and projects to support team goals and provide mentoring within the team Conduct testing on clinical and commercial products, raw materials, validation, and stability Train junior colleagues, develop training plans, and oversee training activities for groups Support audits, review technical content for compliance, and design protocols for test method transfer and validation Collaborate with co-workers, customers, and management to gather input, suggest continuous improvements, and seek external resources to enhance scientific understanding

Requirements

• BA/BS with at least 9 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 7 years of experience or PhD/JD with any years of experience
• Proficiency in handling current MS Office Applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities
• Solid understanding of US, EU, and ROW cGMP & GLP
• Experience with analytical lab equipment
• Good knowledge of statistical software such as JMPTM and MinitabTM

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma concepts, Lean Labs
• Experience with project management tools, including stakeholder management
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience in a leadership role within a laboratory setting
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards
• Ability to mentor and develop junior team members

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and influence goals at the work group or project team level
• Manage time effectively and develop short-term work plans
• Apply technical skills and knowledge proactively in projects
• Make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems and receive instructions on complex issues
• Work under limited supervision with periodic review
• Develop scientific activities and projects to support team goals and provide mentoring within the team
• Conduct testing on clinical and commercial products, raw materials, validation, and stability
• Train junior colleagues, develop training plans, and oversee training activities for groups
• Support audits, review technical content for compliance, and design protocols for test method transfer and validation
• Collaborate with co-workers, customers, and management to gather input, suggest continuous improvements, and seek external resources to enhance scientific understanding

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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