Bioanalytical Technician

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To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

Pfizer Global Supply proudly shoulders the responsibility of manufacturing and distributing our wide-ranging pharmaceutical products.

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

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This position is for a testing analyst in the Kalamazoo QO Bioanalytical/Immunology Laboratory working on first shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM). Opportunity for schedule flexibility exists as the Laboratory supports business and customer needs on weekends and holidays. Technologies employed in the Bioanalytical/Immunology Laboratory include PCR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, Histology, cell-based plate assays, Electrophoresis, CGE, UV, and general analytical procedures.

Works effectively in a fast-paced, customer-oriented, team laboratory environment to analyze in-process materials, raw materials, APIs, and/or finished product samples in direct support of the company's production units. Independently performs testing and documents results for qualitative or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard laboratory equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation. Troubleshoots test methods and analytical equipment.

Conducts peer review (record-checking) of laboratory data packets. Executes equipment qualification and test method validation protocols as needed. Participates in laboratory investigations as required. Writes reports as needed.

High School Diploma or GED and at least 4 years of relevant experience in quality or compliance required. Candidates with advanced science degrees and relevant experience may also be considered as follows:
Associate degree in Biotechnology/Biology or related science degree with at least 3 years' experience in related field, or bachelor’s degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology/Genetics, or related science with at least 1 year of experience in related field.

• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one high complexity technology (e.g., Flow Cytometry, Coagulation Analyzer, CGE, etc.) or with two or more low to medium complexity technologies (e.g., electrophoresis, microscopy, ELISA, Cryostat sectioning, multi-channel pipetting, etc.) as required by the business unit.
• The successful candidate must also have demonstrated the ability to quickly learn new skills/techniques.
• High productivity and the ability to multi-task coupled with a low error rate and attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate flexibility/agility and engagement in a changing environment.
• The candidate is expected to display good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or misidentification of samples.
• Experience troubleshooting test methods and analytical instrumentation.
• Experience in performing peer review of laboratory data.

Associate’s degree in Biotechnology/Biology, Biochemistry or related science degree with at least 3 years' experience in related field or Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology/Genetics, or related science with at least 1 year of experience in related field.

Laboratory and office work requiring walking, standing, and sitting throughout a shift. Lifting of items less than 25 kg.

This position is first shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) in the Kalamazoo QO Bioanalytical/Immunology Laboratory. This position may require colleagues to work weekends and/or holidays to meet business or customer needs. All Laboratory colleagues adhere to safe work practices such as wearing appropriate personal protective equipment…