Associate Scientist; Innovation

About the Role

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.

Join a highly collaborative team where you will contribute to the development, evaluation, and implementation of scientific and automation‑driven solutions that enhance laboratory efficiency, data quality, and scalability. In this role, you will work at the intersection of bench science, process optimization, and emerging technologies, supporting the modernization of assay workflows and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new laboratory technologies, including automation, digital tools, and AI‑enabled solutions for data analysis or workflow improvement.
• Support assay development, optimisation, and troubleshooting activities, including experimental execution, data collection, and interpretation.
• Perform laboratory activities according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and established best practices, while supporting innovation‑focused projects.
• Support documentation practices, including review of protocols, SOPs, and data archiving.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with scientists, automation specialists, and quality partners to ensure improvements are scientifically sound and compliant.
• Present results, experimental findings, or technology evaluations at group and project meetings; contribute to written summaries or progress updates as applicable.

• BA/BS in a life science or related field with 0-2 years of laboratory experience.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience, including basic assay execution, pipetting, data collection, and experimental documentation.
• Demonstrated interest in innovation, automation, or process improvement.
• Early adopter mindset to pilot and champion emerging tools.
• Experience with laboratory robotics or automation for assay and workflow efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Experience with assay development or optimisation.
• Familiarity with LIMS, ELN, or data management systems.
• Experience with SOP development, method optimisation, or assay transfers.
• Pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience.

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 benefits and programs, including a 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental leave, and medical benefits that include prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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 non‑discrimination 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.

To learn more about U.S. benefits, visit the Pfizer Candidate Site.