Senior Associate Scientist, Protein Solutions

Why Patients Need You

Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer's purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best in class medicines to patients around the world.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly capable, enthusiastic and motivated research associate to assist in the expression of recombinant proteins using both molecular biology and mammalian tissue culture as part of the core protein expression and purification group. This person will play a critical role in supporting preclinical efforts in developing novel antibody-based therapeutics.

Principal Responsibilities

• Expression of recombinant proteins, including antigens and antibodies via mammalian cell culture.

• DNA preparation and vector assembly using standard molecular biology techniques.

• Documentation and tracking of reagents and requests via ELN and LIMS system

• Data analysis, report generation and presentation of results

• Works with expression peers to fulfill protein reagent requests for Research

• General lab support as necessary (eg. Buffer prep, Inventory resupply, ect.)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree and 2-5 years lab experience in an academic and/or industry environment or equivalent

• Protein production via transient transfection

• Sterile technique for mammalian cell cultures

• Experienced in balancing workload and changing priorities

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational and written/oral communication skills

• Ability to perform routine tasks independently, more advanced tasks under direction and complete work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5 years of protein expression experience

• Transient transfection with Expi293 and/or ExpiCHO cells

• Design and implementation of media optimization experiments

• Protein expression using small volume plate based techniques

• Experience using Hamilton or Tecan robotics platform

• Protein quantitation using BLI or other methods

• Tracking inventory and/or requests through computer systems

• Basic knowledge of antibody structure and biochemistry

Additional Information:

• Work Location Assignment:On Premise

• Last Day to Apply: November 1, 2024

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 | (~~~). 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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