Scientist - Viral Vaccines

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

452d • $74,900 - $124,800

About The Position

As a Scientist at Pfizer, you will play a crucial role in the preclinical evaluation and early clinical development of mRNA and protein-based viral vaccines. Your work will involve developing immunoassays and utilizing robotic platforms to monitor immune responses to vaccine candidates, contributing to Pfizer's mission of delivering breakthroughs that change patients' lives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in biology, immunology, virology or a related field with 6+ years of relevant industry experience in pre-clinical research and vaccine technical development OR Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with immunoassays (neutralization and ELISA) and data interpretation.
• Strong background in immunology and virology.
• Experience in assay automation and robotic platforms.
• Willingness to work in a BSL2 and BSL3 environment.
• Proficiency in software to perform analysis and presentation of data (Excel, GraphPad Prism, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software).
• Strong motivation with a dedicated work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced experience in generating protocols using Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform.
• Experience in designing and completing experiments independently.
• Experience in writing SOPs.
• Knowledge of Luminex technology and molecular biology techniques.
• Expert in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas and functions).

Responsibilities

• Analyze immune responses to vaccine candidates by performing and developing immunoassays including cell culture, neutralization assays, Luminex, and ELISAs in BSL-2 and BSL-3 environments.
• Develop, test, optimize, and troubleshoot immunoassay protocols on robotic platforms, specifically the Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform.
• Apply technical skills and functional knowledge to complete projects and assignments independently and proactively.
• Perform data analysis; summarize and interpret experimental results and present at team meetings.
• Write finalized protocols and study reports.
• Read scientific and technical literature to stay current in the field and bring new and improved technologies to the laboratory.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks in compliance with the Pfizer Laboratory Notebook Policy.
• Stay current on all departmental and corporate training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits including 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree