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Pfizer, S.A. de C.V

Senior Scientist, Biotherapeutic Characterization, Biosensor Assays

Pfizer, S.A. de C.V, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140

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Senior Scientist, Biotherapeutic Characterization, Biosensor Assays

Location: United States - Massachusetts - Cambridge We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place. 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. Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues. In Bio-Medicine Design you will apply innovative discovery strategies to identify best in class biotherapeutics to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Role Summary A Senior Scientist/Principal Scientist within the Bio-Medicine Design department with demonstrated Biosensor instrument, automated liquid handling, and data analysis experience for characterizing biotherapeutics. The successful candidate will design and perform a wide variety of Biosensor assays to assess diverse biotherapeutic modalities and ensure the timely delivery and presentation of high-quality analytical data packages to project teams. The candidate should be highly innovative and able to simultaneously manage multiple projects to meet aggressive timelines and advance the Bio-Medicine Design portfolio. The candidate’s passion for discovery research, combined with collaboration skills, will be key drivers for identifying novel biotherapeutics that help patients around the globe. Role Responsibilities Characterize biotherapeutics by developing Biosensor assays, triaging early-stage hits, assisting lead optimization, and candidate selection. Rigorous analysis of kinetic biomolecular binding interaction data and detailed reporting that impacts project portfolio advancement. Present Biosensor data at multidiscipline project team meetings and regularly contribute strategic recommendations that progress programs. Develop and implement innovative value-added Biosensor assays, explore novel technologies, and new instrumentation that expand capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help accelerate the pace of discovery to support multiple research areas. Basic Qualifications A PhD with 0-3 years or MS with 7+ years of relevant experience in Biochemistry, Biology, or related discipline. Experience with the biotherapeutic drug discovery process Comprehensive applied experience developing and executing protein-protein binding Biosensor assays, including surface plasmon resonance (SPR), to characterize biotherapeutic candidates. Excellent communication, presentation, and data management skills. Ability to quickly adapt within a fast-paced, dynamic, and innovation driven scientific research environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Biacore, Carterra, Octet, KinExA, or LigandTracer Biosensor instruments and applications are highly preferred. Post graduate laboratory research experience in an industry setting collaborating with interdisciplinary biotherapeutic discovery teams. Experience with automation and database workflows. Other Job Details Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus: YES Eligible for Relocation: YES Why Patients Need You Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. In Bio-Medicine Design you will apply innovative discovery strategies to identify best in class biotherapeutics to improve the lives of patients worldwide. Relocation and Benefits Salary and benefits: The annual base salary ranges from $90,900.00 to $151,500.00, with eligibility for Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan and long-term incentive programs. Pfizer offers comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, vacation, parental and caregiver leave, and other country-specific programs. Details vary by location. EEO & Employment Eligibility Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by law. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

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