Sr. Associate Metrologist

Pfizer • Parsippany, NJ

2d • $82,700 - $137,900 • Onsite

About The Position

A position within Pfizer Global Supply – GTEL Laboratory Operations Center function, providing GMP-compliant services to PGS within GTEL ES & MDCP. The candidate must be aware of cGMPs, good laboratory practices, and good housekeeping practices, and have experience with laboratory equipment and demonstrated compliance with procedures.

The Sr. Associate Metrologist oversees service providers and/or performs occasional validation, qualification, calibration, and preventative maintenance for laboratory instrumentation used in GMP testing. The role generates and/or reviews supporting documentation, maintains and files records according to Pfizer policy, and updates and maintains the calibration database. It also schedules and manages calibration and maintenance service contracts with outside vendors, documents investigations into equipment non-conformances, assists with equipment and software troubleshooting, and makes recommendations to Laboratory Team Leaders and Analysts. The role supports compliance with quality agreements and provides support during regulatory inspections and on-site audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience; or master's degree and 0 or more years of experience; or associate's degree and 6 years of experience; or high school diploma or equivalent and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, such as balances and calipers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CMMS software.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office or equivalent programs, and familiarity with document management systems and databases.
• Familiarity with GMPs, applicable regulations and guidelines (e.g., CFR, EMA and ICH publications), and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment with colleagues of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to complete work within reasonable timelines and to a high-quality standard.
• Ability to commit to Pfizer Values and work in a regulated environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service providers and/or occasionally perform validation, qualification, calibration, and preventative maintenance for laboratory instrumentation used for GMP testing.
• Generate and/or review documentation supporting metrological activities, maintain the records, and file them according to Pfizer policy.
• Update and maintain the calibration database.
• Schedule and manage calibration and maintenance service contracts with outside vendors.
• Perform and document investigations for non-conformances associated with laboratory equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and equipment software applications and make recommendations to Laboratory Team Leaders and Analysts.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Agreement between GTEL ES MDCP and other sites or entities.
• Provide support during regulatory inspections and on-site audits.

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.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Eligible to participate in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 10.0% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

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