Genetic Toxicology Scientist; non-PhD

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated laboratory scientist to join Pfizer Global Research and Development laboratories based in Groton, CT. The Scientist position is in the Genetic Toxicology department within Safety Sciences. The scientist will work as part of a team to conduct in‑vitro genetic toxicology studies in support of drug discovery and development. The primary responsibilities of the position are to conduct next‑generation sequencing (NGS) experiments and cell biology–based work to identify genotoxic compounds and data processing.

Commitment to scientific understanding of the data and development of technical expertise are required. The successful candidate will have expertise in automation and high‑throughput assays, in addition to working in a cellular biology laboratory and demonstrate ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Automation expertise
• Attention to detail and conduct of established protocols using aseptic techniques
• Generating high‑quality data in a timely manner, reviewing and uploading data into databases and data QC
• Close collaborations and effective communication with peers and leaders

• B.S. degree with at least 6 to 8 years OR M.S. degree with 4 to 6 years’ experience working in a biology laboratory
• Mastery of automation, cell culture, and molecular techniques
• Responds well to scientific challenges and applies significant rigor to their own work
• Self‑aware; will seek input from others on ideas and problem‑solving; uses others as a resource
• Change agile, capable of quickly adapting to changes in project direction, role assignments, reporting relationships, and department organization

• Experts in next‑generation sequencing (sequencing library preparation and data analysis)
• Experts in automation protocol development and troubleshooting
• Experience in high‑throughput assays

• Peer scientists, SMEs within and beyond genetic toxicology
• Project team representatives
• External consortia collaborators

On Premise

Annual base salary ranges from $79,400.00 to $. 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, including 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.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O‑1, H‑1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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.