Sr. Laboratory Specialist

Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:

• Perform testing (physical, functional, visual, etc.) on medical devices and combination products (MDCPs) using moderate to highly complex laboratory instrumentation with minimum supervision.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs, GLP and cGMP regulations.
• Train, guide and mentor laboratory technicians, fostering skill development and compliance with best practices.
• Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve equipment and testing issues, ensuring operational readiness.
• Author and review technical documents, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, etc.
• Lead laboratory investigations related to deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results and equipment issues. Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure timely closure of investigations.
• Support Test Method development, validation and transfer activities. Serve as SME for current laboratory test method capabilities, support test method introduction, and refinement activities.
• Ensure that instrumentation/equipment are properly maintained and calibrated. Support timely resolution of calibration alerts.
• Drive improvements in laboratory efficiency, safety and compliance. Support the identification and implementation of new technologies, techniques and best practices.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience operating and maintaining device and/or packaging equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic Laboratory Notebooks (eLNs).
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• An ability to work independently as well as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, etc.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Relevant pharmaceutical experience
• Understanding of regional pharmaceutical compendia testing requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and mentoring skills

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The Incumbent will be expected to function successfully in a lab and office setting. This individual will be required to work with actual product and packaging systems and may be required to operate pallet-moving equipment and temporarily work in rooms of varied temperature and humidity ranges. The incumbent may be expected to stand for extended periods while conducting testing. In addition, lifting is required but will not exceed human safety limits. Must be capable of using electronic systems to coordinate testing documentation and record test results.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
The use of personal protective equipment, safety goggles, lab coats, and gloves may also be required for specific tasks. Travel for test method support, job related training, equipment evaluation, and development should be expected.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $80,300.00 to $133,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% 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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Engineering