Senior Scientist

United States - Connecticut - Groton

Full time

Posted 21 Days Ago

4914153

Our Purpose

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

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Our Values

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

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Pfizer Research & Development

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer's trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world.

Benefits

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

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Why Patients Need You

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring best in class medicines to patients around the world.

What You will Achieve

We are seeking a highly motivated chemist or chemical engineer to join the Crystallization Technology Lab (CTL) within Chemical Research and Development (CRD) in Groton, CT. You will join a diverse team responsible for designing and developing robust and scalable Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) crystallization processes for use at manufacturing plants across Pfizer’s network. You will apply chemical engineering principles, computational modeling approaches, and lab-scale experimental techniques to gain process understanding and to optimize the crystallization processes for safety, efficiency, and robustness. Strong communication, high technical aptitude, and ability to work on matrix teams are required for success in this position.

CRD, as part of Pfizer R&D in Pharmaceutical Sciences, is responsible for the development of processes to manufacture API. CRD scientists engage in all facets of development from small-scale synthesis in support of medicinal chemistry programs, to the development of the commercial synthetic route. In collaboration with chemists and analysts, you will lead the crystallization process development activities during route development, process scale up, and technology transfer to our clinical and commercial manufacturing sites and external facilities. You would also be outward facing working with our Drug Product Design and Materials Science colleagues focused on particle engineering and solid form aspects. Given the dynamic team environment and fast-paced project timelines, strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This laboratory-based position offers the opportunity for cross-training and innovation of new technologies and processes.

How You Will Achieve It

Apply crystallization process design and development fundamentals, modeling tools, and experimental skills using modern laboratory instrumentation to develop robust crystallization processes for API and intermediates.
Work at the interface with Drug Product Design, Materials Science, Process Chemistry and Analytical Research and Development colleagues to identify the API target attribute profile and API impurity control strategy.
Select, develop, and apply new and existing process technologies to facilitate process design to achieve project goals.
Support technology transfer of drug substance processes to internal Pfizer API manufacturing facilities and external suppliers. May spend time at the commercial manufacturing launch site supporting process validation and Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) activities.
Contribute to the preparation of the Chemistry and Manufacturing Controls (CMC) section of the New Drug Application (NDA). Participate in data verification, PAI preparedness, and post submission query response. Collaborate and prepare internal research reports and technical presentations.
Champion the development of novel laboratory instrumentation and software modeling tools to improve process understanding. Lead the development and implementation of new and existing workflows and methodologies.
Remain current with the process engineering and chemistry literature. May collaborate and author external publications and present research at external conferences.

Qualifications

Must-Have

BS in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering with 9+ years of experience; MS in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering with 7+ years of experience or PhD in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering with 0 - 3 years of relevant experience.
Detailed knowledge of chemistry and chemical engineering principles related to crystallization and isolation unit operations.
Outstanding laboratory skills, attention to detail, and ability to solve technical problems.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and communication as well as proven track record of excellent multi-disciplinary team collaboration.

Nice-to-Have

Working knowledge of reaction modeling, property prediction, and process simulation tools including: Aspen, gPROMS, DynoChem, VisiMix, and COSMOtherm
A good foundational understanding of organic chemistry
Demonstrated laboratory and computational experience in reaction engineering topics
Working knowledge of crystallization development
Working knowledge of Design of Experiment (DOE) studies and statistical analysis
Working knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, MS, PXRD, DSC, TGA, and NMR
Working knowledge of application of in-situ analysis tools to process understanding including: FTIR, Raman, FBRM, UV/Vis
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) expertise in M-Star or Fluent
Programing experience, including Python and/or Matlab
Applied data science methods, such as machine learning and AI
Experience in automating laboratory equipment and processes including use of LabView

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in a laboratory environment performing experiments in a laboratory fume hood. Ability to perform complex data analysis.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Some travel associated with technology transfer to CRD pilot plant and PGS new product launch site may be required.

Other Job Details:

Last Date to Apply: 25 JULY 2024
Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus.
Eligible for Relocation Package.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $88,300.00 to $147,100.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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 | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

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

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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.

Research and Development

Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives

Research confirms what intuition tells us: that purpose-driven companies perform better, are more innovative, attract and retain the best people, and know how to unleash the power of those people. Pfizer’s purpose—Breakthroughs that change patients' lives—fuels everything we do and reflects our passion for building on our legacy as one of the greatest contributors of good to the world.

Each word in our purpose has meaning and reflects the value we strive to bring to patients and society:

“Breakthroughs” - These are the innovations, scientific and commercial, that we seek to deliver every day. All colleagues, regardless of role, level or location, strive for breakthroughs every day.

“Change” - We want to do more than simply improve patients’ medical conditions; we want to dramatically change their lives for the better.

“Patients’ lives” - We consider not only patients, but everyone they touch—including their families, caregivers, and friends—and everything they love to do. It’s an intentionally holistic view.

Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development, as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.

Every decision we make and every action we take is done with the patient in mind—and to nurture an environment where breakthroughs can thrive.

Our Values

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose, we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

The “how” is represented by four simple, powerful values—courage, excellence, equity, and joy—that define our company and our culture.

Courage: Breakthroughs start by challenging convention, especially in the face of uncertainty or adversity. This happens when we think big, speak up, and are decisive.

Excellence: We can only change patients’ lives when we perform at our best together. This happens when we focus on what matters, agree who does what, and measure our outcomes.

Equity: We believe that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and cared for. This happens when we are inclusive, act with integrity, and reduce healthcare disparities.

Joy: We give ourselves to our work, but it also gives to us. We find joy when we take pride, recognize one another, and have fun.

Pfizer Research & Development

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer's trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world.

With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we use a multidisciplinary approach that blends scientific expertise, cutting-edge technologies, and strategic collaborations, igniting a powerful engine that propels groundbreaking discoveries into life-saving treatments for patients in need.

Through our relentless pursuit of progress, we envision a future where cutting-edge medicines pave the way to healthier, happier lives worldwide.

Benefits at Pfizer

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues. Our Pay for Performance Philosophy and Practices reward colleagues based on the contributions they make to our business.

Our Competitive Benefits Programs help our colleagues by:

Promoting Health and Wellness to help colleagues maintain and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Pfizer offerings include health and disability insurance, preventative health programs, medical screenings, free or reduced-cost vaccinations, discounts on Pfizer products, mental health support, nutrition and fitness counseling and more.
Strengthening Colleagues’ Financial Security by providing company contributions to retirement plans, life insurance and financial planning education to help colleagues achieve their financial goals.
Providing Benefits and Time off for the Moments that Matter to ensure Pfizer colleagues have the time away from the office to recharge, recover and return to work as the best version of themselves. Vacation, Holiday time and Sick time are just the beginning, with a 12 week parental leave policy for both parents of a new born, 10 day of caregiver leave for those times when your family needs you whether it’s a child, spouse or parent, bereavement leave, and additional country-specific programs.
And so much more, depending on your country and site, Pfizer offers childcare facilities or discount programs, on-site health and/or fitness centers, movement and mindfulness solutions, “Log in for your Day” work flexibility and so much more.

For U.S. based jobs, view an overview of Pfizer’s U.S. benefits program (opens in a new window)

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