Scientist Chem-Analytical
Listed on 2026-02-12
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Science
Research Scientist
Role Summary
As a Scientist – PAT Specialist, you will be at the center of our operations and you’ll find that everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to quality. As an Analytical SME, you will be a key member of the cross-functional PCMM (Pfizer Continuous Manufacturing Module) team, providing technical expertise for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) instrumentation within a clinical solid oral dose GMP manufacturing environment.
You will provide analytical support to manufacturing campaigns, manage analytical instrumentation, and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of drug product manufacturing processes. Your role will blend hands-on instrument management with analytical method development, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration.
- Manage and maintain PAT analytical instrumentation (e.g., NIR, FBRM Instruments, APC Software) for manufacturing campaigns, including preparation, installation, calibration, and performance checks.
- Monitor instrumentation output during campaigns using advanced process control software, real-time dashboards, and analytics.
- Author and maintain system life cycle (SLC) documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports.
- Drive and manage change management, manufacturing investigations, and CAPA processes.
- Communicate progress, plans, and risks to project teams, management, and stakeholders through reports and presentations.
- Collaborate with global colleagues in Analytical R&D, Drug Product Design & Supply, Quality Operations, and Pfizer Global Supply.
- Mentor and guide team members as needed.
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field, with 6+ years of R&D or manufacturing experience or MSc in Analytical Chemistry or related subject with 4+ years of R&D or manufacturing experience.
- Experience with interdisciplinary drug development teams, analytical instrumentation and method development in a regulated (GMP/GxP) environment.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Preferred: Experience with PAT instruments (NIR, FBRM), APC software, chemometrics, and/or data analysis in a GMP environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, leadership and initiative.
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