Associate Scientist, Microbiology (2nd Shift)
Pfizer
4 hours ago
On-site
Andover, MA
Operations
Responsibilities:
- Apply GMP microbiological methods (e.g., bioburden, LAL, PCR) to assess product quality and detect impurities.
- Support GMP in-process, release, and stability testing of clinical supplies.
- Perform micro method qualifications and Environmental Monitoring (EM) for drug substance and drug product facilities.
- Develop proficiency in aseptic lab technique and facility gowning for EM, bioburden, LAL, microbial identifications, and qPCR.
- Record, archive, and report data in a cGMP-compliant laboratory.
- Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in microbiology, biochemistry, biology, or related field; 0–2 years in a biotech/pharmaceutical GMP lab.
- Ability to follow established procedures with minimal supervision.
- Experience with Quality Systems in a GMP environment.
- Some knowledge of the drug development process for progression of biological candidates.
Nice-to-Have:
- Excellent documentation skills; self-motivated team orientation; effective oral/written communication.
- Experience with LIMS.
Work/Benefits (explicit): 2nd shift (1–9pm M–F); base salary $60,200–$100,400; bonus target 7.5%; 401(k) with matching + additional retirement contribution; paid vacation/holidays/personal days; paid caregiver/parental and medical leave; medical/prescription/dental/vision coverage; possible relocation assistance.
- Apply GMP microbiological methods (e.g., bioburden, LAL, PCR) to assess product quality and detect impurities.
- Support GMP in-process, release, and stability testing of clinical supplies.
- Perform micro method qualifications and Environmental Monitoring (EM) for drug substance and drug product facilities.
- Develop proficiency in aseptic lab technique and facility gowning for EM, bioburden, LAL, microbial identifications, and qPCR.
- Record, archive, and report data in a cGMP-compliant laboratory.
- Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in microbiology, biochemistry, biology, or related field; 0–2 years in a biotech/pharmaceutical GMP lab.
- Ability to follow established procedures with minimal supervision.
- Experience with Quality Systems in a GMP environment.
- Some knowledge of the drug development process for progression of biological candidates.
Nice-to-Have:
- Excellent documentation skills; self-motivated team orientation; effective oral/written communication.
- Experience with LIMS.
Work/Benefits (explicit): 2nd shift (1–9pm M–F); base salary $60,200–$100,400; bonus target 7.5%; 401(k) with matching + additional retirement contribution; paid vacation/holidays/personal days; paid caregiver/parental and medical leave; medical/prescription/dental/vision coverage; possible relocation assistance.