Senior Associate Scientist - Integrated Process Analytics

Senior Associate Scientist Responsibilities

• Apply advanced spectroscopic techniques (Near Infrared, Mid Infrared, UV-Vis, Raman spectroscopy) to support drug product development in laboratory and manufacturing settings.
• Conduct laboratory studies to support analytical testing for pharmaceutical projects, focusing on spectroscopic methodologies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and subject‑matter experts to assess appropriate tools and approaches, including computational predictive tools, modelling software, and data visualization tools.
• Document experimental results and collaborate with the project team for presentation, critical review of data, preparation of technical reports, and evaluation of new instrumentation or analytical techniques.
• Maintain strong collaboration with partner organizations, sound laboratory practices, and a clear understanding of safety requirements.
• Interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multidisciplinary team and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry (emphasis on analytical chemistry) or other relevant physical sciences, with 2–5 years industry experience.
• Or Master’s degree with 0–3 years experience, emphasis on analytical chemistry or relevant physical sciences.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to meet project milestones under general supervision, manage expectations for specific projects, and deliver technology/transfer/submission‑ready data and documents.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, especially adherence to laboratory notebook practices.

• Prior knowledge/experience using optical spectroscopic techniques (Raman, FTIR, NIR, UV‑Visible) and applying them in laboratory and/or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to use computational predictive tools, modelling software, or data visualization tools.
• Experience in problem‑solving and instrument troubleshooting.
• Understanding or experience with quantitative spectroscopic method measurements and chemometrics.

Do not anticipate more than 10% travel. Relocation support available.

Work location:

on premise.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $.

• 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.
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.
• Other comprehensive and generous benefits and programs.

Eligible candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States. U.S. work visa sponsorship (TN, O‑1, H‑1B, etc.) is not available for this role.

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 complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.