Associate Scientist (Sample Logistics and Solutions)
Associate Scientist (Sample Logistics and Solutions)
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$ 58500 - 97500
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Job Description
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.
Role Summary
The primary purpose of this job role is to function as a member of the Sample Logistics and Solutions (SLS) operations within Pfizer Vaccine Research and Development (VRD). The incumbent will be responsible for receiving samples from global clinical/study trials according to approved protocols and processes. The individual will participate in all aspects of tracking and documenting the chain of custody of samples. The incumbents role will include sample receipt documentation storage tracking aliquoting distribution to the testing labs and sample disposal. The colleague will work in a team setting and will share roles and responsibilities as assigned by the team leader/manager.
Role Responsibilities
- The incumbent will be required to complete all processes as detailed in Sample Logistics and Solutions Standard Operating Procedures. The colleague will perform job responsibilities in compliance with GXP and all other regulatory agency requirements.
- The candidate will receive samples from clinical trial sites and enter samples into an electronic database management system.
- Performs sample storage and retrieval using manual freezers and BiOS (automated freezer storage system).
- Performs manual sample aliquoting and aliquoting using the Hamilton robotic instrument.
- Ship samples and lab supplies to external and internal testing labs.
- Assists in the general maintenance of the Hamilton robotic instruments.
- Participates in the shipment discrepancy resolution process.
- Completes documentation according to cGMP/GLP and all other regulatory agency requirements and archives documents as per applicable policies.
- Carries out sample disposal/sample destruction according to regulated policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree or Bachelor of Arts Degree in a relevant scientific discipline
- 0-5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Knowledgeable with Microsoft applications including Word Processing Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a team setting
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work in a lab environment for the majority of the workday
- Work with various types of bodily fluids
- Ability to lift racks/boxes up to 10 lbs
Work Location Assignment:On Premise
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care providers name address and the type of payments or other value received generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification which Pfizer intends to pursue reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse your name address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment 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 nondiscrimination 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
