Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology

Rangam is seeking candidates for a Direct Hire role as a Associate Scientist - Clinical Immunology with our client Pfizer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Seeking candidates in Pearl River, NY or willing to relocate.

Use Your Power for Purpose At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which strives to convert advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are engaged in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial.

You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to expedite the delivery of top tier medicines to patients globally. By integrating advanced scientific knowledge with practical applications, we aim to bring the most effective treatments to those in need, fulfilling our commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide.

• Conduct bifunctional immunological assays to support vaccine clinical development, adhering to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) requirements.
• Maintain a detailed inventory of freezer reagents, including controls, proficiency panels, toxins, and reference standards.
• Present progress on assay development and sample analysis to colleagues and senior management.
• Collect and analyze data to support troubleshooting, qualification, and other lab projects.
• Provide critical data review of both clinical and nonclinical data.
• Execute sample testing and analysis for toxicology and clinical trials.
• Build team skills and collaborate effectively within the work group.
• Stay current on all departmental and corporate training.
• Organize work to meet deadlines and apply technical skills.
• Follow procedures for assigned tasks and seek guidance when necessary.

• Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of laboratory experience in a relevant field of science
• Willingness to work in a BSL-2 and BSL-3 environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
• Good foundation in general scientific practice and in the principles and concepts of a relevant scientific discipline.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery experience
• Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic techniques
• Experience in developing and troubleshooting bioassays designed to assess antibody functionality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

Newly hired employees must agree to a background investigation that will include fingerprinting and Security Risk Assessment approval (background investigation conducted by the U.S. Department of Justice/FBI on individuals requiring access to select agents and toxins, in accordance with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Response Act of 2002). Candidates will be subjected to pre-and/or post-hiring drug screening (to include marijuana) as a condition of continued employment.

Work Location Assignment:
On Premise

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to adhere to BSL-3 safety requirements, including wearing a fitted respirator and Tyvek suit for a few hours at a time Relocation support available Work Location Assignment:
On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $. 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 | (usca). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States…