Pearl River NY Hiring Associate Scientist

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, the purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. The Research and Development team turns advanced science and new technologies into therapies and vaccines. Whether the work involves discovery sciences, drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, each role matters. Innovative design and process development help bring top tier medicines to patients around the world.

What Will Be Achieved

The Associate Scientist in the Clinical Immunology & Diagnostics, Robotics & Automation group supports Pfizer's vaccine research portfolio by running automated sample preparation workflows. The role uses advanced laboratory automation systems to produce high-quality assay-ready materials while meeting strict compliance and operational standards.

How It Will Be Achieved

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory automation systems so laboratory operations stay reliable, compliant, and efficient.
• Follow approved procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards, and seek guidance when needed.
• Complete assigned work on schedule, meeting project milestones and operational deadlines at a high standard of quality.
• Manage laboratory materials, reagents, controls, reference standards, and consumables needed for automated workflows.
• Work effectively with scientific, operational, and quality partners to meet laboratory objectives and project deliverables.
• Keep current with departmental, quality, and safety training requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Experience working in a laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or academic environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic laboratory systems.
• Experience using common AI tools, such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and productivity.
• Curiosity about how these tools can improve outcomes and an understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory automation, robotic liquid handling platforms (e.g., Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman Coulter), and high-throughput sample preparation workflows.
• Knowledge of regulated laboratory practices, data integrity principles, and quality systems (e.g., GxP).
• Familiarity with common AI-enabled tools to support problem solving and productivity.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Significant time in a laboratory environment and the ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, reach, and sit for extended periods at laboratory workstations, automation platforms, and computer workstations.
• Ability to analyze data and apply critical thinking and problem solving to support laboratory operations and process improvements.

Non-Standard Schedule or Environment

The position may require occasional evening and weekend work to support laboratory operations and critical project timelines.

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