Analytical Scientist

Analytical Scientists for Analytical Research & Development at the Ringaskiddy Clinical Manufacturing Facility Cork

Why Patients Need You

Pfizers purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizers purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter Analytical Research & Development you will apply innovative measurement science data analytics and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.

What You Will Achieve

As a Scientist in Analytical Research and Development you will take an active role in supporting drug development by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support development and manufacture of clinical drug substances. You will have working knowledge and ability to operate analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy and be involved in the application of process analytical technology for clinical manufacturing. You will also be involved in method transfer activities in and out of the RCMF analytical lab and collaborate across various teams within Pfizer.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory work in support of analytical testing of pharmaceutical projects with some experience in any of the following analytical methodologies: chromatography KF spectroscopy or mass spectrometry.
• Responsibilities may include running analytical methods testing and release of raw materials and intermediates to support pharmaceutical development efforts documentation of experimental results.
• In-process control (IPC) support for plant operations
• Method Development and testing to support cleaning of production facility.
• Involvement in methods transfers to and from the RCMF facility.
• Development Verification and Validation of analytical methods across a range of techniques (HPLC UPLC GC UV KF IR SFC MS)
• Demonstrate proficiency with a wide variety of software and information systems.
• Review and verify scientific experiments and data documented in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Provide analytical support for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) in the lab and for manufacturing for batch and continuous processes across a range of techniques such as Mid-IR UV FBRM Online LC.
• Effectively interact with project team members for various tasks including presentation of data and critical review of data and preparation of technical reports.
• The colleague must be able to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail strong organizational skills the ability to multitask and meet project timelines.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• BSc with 4 years MSc with 2 years or a PhD with 0 years relevant analytical experience either in a GMP lab environment or an academic or industrial research lab.
• Experience in the use of general analytical techniques e.g HPLC GC KF IR and UV
• Ability to meet project milestones under general supervision plan and manage priorities for specific projects.
• Experience in problem-solving skills and instrument troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills including visualization of data and drafting reports.
• Experience with a wide variety of software and information systems (e.g. electronic lab notebooks Empower and LIMS).
• Relevant analytical development and/or GMP experience
• Ability to work in a team environment in GMP laboratory environment performing experiments
• Ability to perform data analysis record results in electronic lab notebooks and effectively communicate in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to safe laboratory practices
• Good documentation skills with high attention to detail strong organizational skills team oriented effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in analytical method transfers
• Experience in a GMP laboratory
• Knowledgeable in vibrational spectroscopy (NIR IR Raman UV-Vis)
• Process Analytics (PAT) experience including PAT installation and set-up within a manufacturing facility

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Do not anticipate more than 10% travel.
• Must be open to support shift work when required