Associate Scientist – Clinical Immunology Full-time

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which strives to convert advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are engaged in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to expedite the delivery of top tier medicines to patients globally. By integrating advanced scientific knowledge with practical applications, we aim to bring the most effective treatments to those in need, fulfilling our commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.

What You Will Achieve

Conduct biofunctional immunological assays to support vaccine clinical development, adhering to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements.

Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, toxins, and reference standards.

Collect, analyze, and critically review clinical and nonclinical data to support assay development, sample analysis, troubleshooting, qualification, and other laboratory projects, and present progress to colleagues and senior management.

Execute sample testing and analysis for toxicology and clinical trials, and provide critical review of resulting clinical and nonclinical data.

Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group.

Stay current on all departmental and corporate training.

Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills.

Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary.

Qualifications

Must Have

BA/BS in Science with 0 – 2 years of relevant experience

Strong attention to detail

Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment as well as independently

Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software

Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality

Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic techniques

Nice to Have

Pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

Experience with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to improve workflow and solve problems is a plus. Ability to integrate these technologies into lab or research settings to streamline tasks and support innovation is highly valued.

Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to work in a laboratory environment for extended periods of time, including standing and walking.

Ability to perform repetitive laboratory tasks such as pipetting, sample preparation, and instrument operation.

Ability to use fine motor skills for handling small tools, samples, and laboratory instruments.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), such as lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and respirators if applicable.

Ability to work with computers and laboratory instrumentation for data entry, analysis, and documentation.

Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions, protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Ability to perform routine calculations and basic data analysis with accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to maintain focus and concentration while conducting experiments and documenting results.

Ability to identify problems, troubleshoot routine issues, and escalate complex issues appropriately.

Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced research environment.

Ability to communicate scientific concepts, results, and observations clearly in written and verbal formats.