ROLE SUMMARY
The PGS Middleton Quality Analytical Development Scientist is responsible for formulating, testing, and implementing analytical process improvements. The Quality Analytical Development Scientist is also responsible for supporting and/or leading technical analytical testing troubleshooting efforts as needed.
As a member of the Quality team, the role supports QC investigations and leads method optimization projects, including innovation and analytical testing robustness efforts. The Quality Analytical Development Scientist must have strong technical expertise and is responsible for leading short to medium term projects.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and implement improvements to analytical test methods.
- Troubleshoot analytical methods as needed
- Ensure that all elements of the Analytical Test Method Validation Program are maintained compliantly.
- Ensure that all QC Laboratory Equipment is qualified and validated for use.
- Perform periodic review of systems and data.
- Technical support of QC Laboratory investigations through troubleshooting and statistical analysis
- Support QC Laboratory testing and review
- Support of equipment administrator activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicant must have HS Diploma with eight years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's degree with six years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience; OR a Master's degree with more than one year of experience.
- Hands-on laboratory experience outside of the classroom
- Broad understanding of general analytical techniques
- Ability to multitask, understand goals, and set priorities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team
- Strong attention to detail
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in a GxP (GLP, GMP) environment preferred.
- Experience with the design and analysis of experiments and reviewing literature to formulate new approaches
- Excellent organization skills with a high level of initiative in performing and troubleshooting experiments
- Understanding and comfort using statistical analyses
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Math, or related technical discipline preferred.
- Broad understanding of general analytical techniques
- Ability to multitask, understand goals, and set priorities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team
- Strong attention to detail
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Some lifting, sitting, standing, walking, & bending required.
Ability to perform complex data analysis and proficiency in technical writing required.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Not a remote work role; role performs onsite support of QC Laboratory and must align to the QC Laboratory 4 - 10 hr. days per week work schedule, M-R.
May include some off schedule work hours.
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Eligible for Relocation Package: Yes
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $64,600.00 to $107,600.00. 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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