Pfizer Posted November 12, 2026

Senior Associate Scientist -Chemistry Analytical R&D

Groton, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

Use Your Power for Purpose

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. In Analytical Research & Development you will apply innovative measurement science, data analytics and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.

What You Will Achieve

As a Senior Associate Scientist in Analytical Research and Development GMP analytics group, you will take an active role in supporting drug release and stability testing by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support physical and chemical characterization of highly potent drug substance and drug product. Working knowledge and ability to operate analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and drug product dissolution, used for the characterization of pharmaceutical substances and products is desired.

How You Will Achieve It

Perform laboratory work in support of analytical testing of pharmaceutical projects with some experience in any of the following analytical methodologies: chromatography, KF, spectroscopy and dissolution.

Responsibilities may include running analytical methods, testing and release of raw materials, and finished drug substance and drug products to support clinical release and use period extensions, documentation of experimental results.

Effectively interact with drug substance/drug product project teams, quality assurance and regulatory CMC to support investigations, use/review period updates and release clinical supplies.

Demonstrate proficiency with a wide variety of software and information systems.

The colleague must be able to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask and meet project timelines.

Qualifications

Must-Have

BA/BS with at least 2 years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of experience.

Ability to meet project milestones under general supervision, manage expectations for specific projects, ensure delivery submission-ready data and documentation.

Experience in problem-solving skills and instrument troubleshooting.

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, especially adherence to laboratory GMP notebook practices

Experience with a wide variety of software and information systems (e.g. electronic lab notebooks, OneLab, CisPro, Empower and LIMS).

Ability to work in a team environment in GMP laboratory environment performing experiments

Ability to perform data analysis, record results in electronic lab notebooks and effectively communicate in a team environment.

Ability to adhere to safe laboratory practices

Good documentation skills with high attention to detail, strong organizational skills, team oriented, effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work in environments requiring enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE)

Nice-to-Have

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Experience working in a regulated environment

Experience with chromatography techniques (HPLC, GC, HPLC-MS, IC, FTIR, KF Titration)

Potent compound handling experience

Use of isolators and gloveboxes

Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in environments requiring enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE)

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

None

Relocation support available

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: November 19th, 2026

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. 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.

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Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Groton, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 400 comparable Senior Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research roles across 56 biopharma companies.

400Comparable roles tracked
373Currently active
56Companies hiring similar roles
20Countries represented

Salary context

185 of 400 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $68,600/yr – $114,300/yr
Lowest disclosed · Senior Primate Behavior Specialist · Labcorp $70,000/yr – $80,000/yr
Highest disclosed · Toxicology Senior Research Fellow · Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) $232,000/yr – $348,000/yr
Peer group range $75,000 – $290,000 (median $159,125)

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Immunology10
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