Associate Scientist
PfizerThe qualified candidate will join the Analytical R&D organization in Andover, MA, to enable development of biological therapeutics. Within Analytical R&D the candidate will join the Characterization and Analytical Sciences – Andover Group focused on monoclonal antibodies/fusion proteins/synthetic peptides and other biological modalities. This group develops analytical methodologies and strategies needed to progress biotherapeutic products in the pipeline; this includes method development, process support, formulation and stability support, product characterization and method qualification.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
· Responsible for performing HPLC/ UPLC, SDS-PAGE, iCE, and CE and applying these methods to a broad range of biotherapeutics for early and late stage products.
· The candidate must be able to interact effectively with multi-disciplinary project teams.
· The candidate is expected to tabulate data, provide data interpretation to their teams and to their customers.
· Revise/review/author test methods and technical reports
QUALIFICATIONS
· The candidate should have a minimum of a B.S degree in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, chemistry, or related discipline, and 0-2 years of experience working with biological molecules using an array of analytical methodologies.
· The ideal candidate will have knowledge in protein biochemistry and analytical chemistry, and experience using some or all of the following techniques: all modes of HPLC/ UPLC, SDS-PAGE, iCE, CE, and/or peptide mapping for analysis of biologicals including proteins, antibodies, peptides, and conjugates.
· Industrial experience and an understanding of the drug development process are desired. GMP/GLP knowledge is desired.
· Non-technical attributes required include verbal and written communication skills, cooperation and teamwork skills, and self-awareness.
Position requires occasional light lifting and periods of standing, sitting or walking, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis.
Occasional work-related travel may be needed.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires occasional light lifting and periods of standing, sitting or walking, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Occasional work-related travel may be needed.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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