Associate Scientist

Why Patients Need You
Everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to the quality and the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is flexible, innovative, and customer oriented. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance or analysis through research programs, your contribution will directly impact patients.
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
Obesity is a growing health and economic burden worldwide. It is risk factor for other co-morbidities including heart disease, stroke, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), certain types of cancer, and higher mortality risk from COVID-19 infection. The Internal Medicine Research Unit (IMRU) is seeking a highly motivated non-PhD scientist with strong in-vivo pharmacology experience to support preclinical drug discovery efforts in the obesity therapeutic area. The ideal candidate will be able to design and execute in vivo experiments, as well as analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate results. The candidate will work closely with their manager and other IMRU Pfizer scientists to support exploratory and portfolio efforts.
How You Will Achieve It

• Design and conduct in-vivo studies to support the IMRU portfolio
• Basic laboratory skills in quantitative-PCR, molecular biology, western blotting, biochemical assays
• Capable of following assay protocols and analyzing and interpreting data
• Compliance to laboratory safety and electronic notebook standards
• Work effectively with peers to support projects

• Identify and report any experimental problems, proactively troubleshoot causative factors, and work with team to implement necessary correctionssary.

Qualifications
Must-Have

• Bachelor's degree in biology, pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology or other related discipline
• Familiarity with standard rodent handling and in-vivo pharmacology
• Proficiency in the use of software to support analysis such as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and GraphPad Prism
• Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to effectively collaborate with scientists
• Ability to design a well-controlled experiment, analyze results and present results in a clear and organized manner

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, animal work, wearing a respirator, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis
Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: 04 APRIL 2025
• Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus
• NOT Eligible for Relocation Assistance

Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $58,500.00 to $97,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. 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. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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