Scientist Process Development

Pfizer • Andover, MA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

At Pfizer, the purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. This role directly impacts the development of new therapies and vaccines, ultimately improving the lives of patients globally by leveraging cutting-edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines. In this role, the individual will conduct laboratory and pilot-scale process characterization and optimization studies, develop new and improved processes for drug research and development, and manage time effectively while developing short-term work plans. They will apply technical skills and knowledge proactively in projects, make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems, and receive instructions on complex issues. The position operates under limited supervision with periodic review and involves mentoring within the team. Key responsibilities include leading troubleshooting and investigation of analytical issues with existing commercial API processes, supporting project teams, API sites, and global technical groups by coordinating and supporting tech transfer activities, planning and executing laboratory studies, enhancing the Process Analytical Technology program, ensuring safety with hazardous chemicals, and supporting Operational Excellence initiatives.

Requirements

• BA/BS with at least 6 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 4 years of experience
• Practical experience in a range of bioprocessing techniques
• Technical knowledge and skills in cell culture of biologics achieved through industrial or academic experience in research and development, technical operations, manufacturing, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in supporting scale-up and technology transfer to pilot or commercial scale facilities
• Experience in a research laboratory setting, a strong background of traditional bioprocessing, and/or a working knowledge of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices)/statistical methods

Nice To Haves

• Advanced analytical, chemometric, and statistical skills
• Experience with Process Analytical Technology programs
• Knowledge of Operational Excellence initiatives
• Ability to work with potentially hazardous chemicals safely
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to mentor and guide team members
• 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

• Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale process characterization and optimization studies
• Develop new and improved processes for drug research and development
• 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 and provide mentoring within the team
• Lead troubleshooting and investigation of analytical issues with existing commercial API processes
• Support project teams, API sites, and global technical groups by coordinating and supporting tech transfer activities
• Plan and execute laboratory studies
• Enhance the Process Analytical Technology program
• Ensure safety with hazardous chemicals
• Support Operational Excellence initiatives

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid vacation
• Holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental leave
• Paid medical leave
• Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
• Relocation assistance (may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility)

What This Job Offers

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