Pfizer Posted November 5, 2026

DSRD Formulation Technician

Groton, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Your work will directly support the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, and aiding clinical trials. By leveraging cutting-edge design and process development capabilities, you will help accelerate the delivery of top-tier medicines to patients globally, making a significant impact on improving patients' lives.

As a Formulation Technician, you will contribute directly to the execution of nonclinical studies that support our research portfolio, from early research through target safety assessment and investigative work. You will be responsible for the accurate and high-quality preparation of dosing formulations while ensuring activities are conducted in compliance with study protocols, SOPs, EHS requirements, GLP, and other applicable regulatory and departmental standards.

What You Will Achieve

Key responsibilities include:

Prepare dosing formulations and associated analytical samples in accordance with study protocols, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Perform formulation calculations, collect and document data, and complete thorough self-review of study records.

Serve as Primary Formulation Technician for assigned studies, based on experience and demonstrated capability.

Manage multiple study assignments while maintaining data quality and meeting study timelines.

Operate, maintain, and support calibration and troubleshooting of formulation equipment.

Partner closely with Study Directors, Study Technicians, management, and supporting functions to address study needs and unexpected events.

Support OOS investigations, Quality Assurance audits, data archival, and QC review activities, with responsibilities increasing based on experience.

Ensure appropriate materials, supplies, equipment, forms, and labels are available to support formulation activities.

Review and contribute to updates of departmental SOPs and work processes.

Maintain an organized, compliant work environment and actively contribute to a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Strong organizational and time management skills

Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software

Basic understanding of laboratory protocols and procedures

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

A Bachelor's Degree

Experience in a biological laboratory

Proven track record in biological research

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Meticulous attention to detail

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Experience performing formulation preparations in a GLP environment preferred

Use of electronic data capture systems, spreadsheet applications or other data management systems

Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and to perform mathematical calculations

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Overtime, weekend and holiday work may be required.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $26.86 to $44.77 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. 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 applies only to the United States - Connecticut - Groton location.

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.

Sunshine Act

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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.

Pfizer endeavors to make   www.pfizer.com/careers   accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email   disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on  Pfizer Careers .

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Job details

Seniority
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Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
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Location
Groton, United States
Employment type
Full time

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