Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences

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Job Title:

Associate Scientist – Vaccine Bioanalytical Sciences Posted Date:
Sep 18, 2026 Duration: 0 Month, Direct Hire (Full Time) Shift(s):

• 09:00 - 18:00

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

Role Summary

• This is a laboratory-based position within the Vaccine Research and Development, EBPD – Analytical GLP laboratory group.
• The individual will perform routine sample testing, assay verification and qualification studies in support of material characterization for vaccine GLP toxicology studies.
• Assays include but are not limited to enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) and other plate-based testing, Antigenicity by MSD and Hamilton, HPLC, spectroscopic techniques (UV-Vis), Endotoxin, Bioburden, pH and Appearance.
• This position will require work on fast-moving high-visibility projects within regulated GLP laboratory environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, perform sample testing in support of toxicology studies, including release, stability, and assay qualification.
• Ability to perform necessary calculations independently and discuss conclusions with their manager.
• Document experiments and analyze data from sample testing and method qualification experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook and LIMS with guidance.
• Contribute to the authoring of technical documents including assay qualification reports, analytical test methods, stability protocols/reports.
• Assure safety and compliance. Provide daily laboratory operations support.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• BS or BA degree in biology or related discipline with 0- 2 years relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge of bioassay analytical techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and relevant scientific software is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with plate-based immune methods.
• Previous experience with automation (ie. Hamilton STAR).
• Experience with documentation using electronic laboratory notebooks, LIMS, GDMS.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Standard laboratory conditions – sitting, standing, primarily lab based

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS 40 hours per week.
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 salary range…