Senior Associate Scientist - Analytical Research and Development

Title: Senior Associate Scientist - Analytical Research and Development

Grade 05                                                                                         Location: Chennai, India

Here at Pfizer, we have a specific purpose – to find breakthroughs that change patients' lives. We are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity, and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. 

Analytical Research and Development (ARD), at Pfizer R&D in Chennai, India is part of the global Pharmaceutical Sciences Small Molecules (PSSM) function and plays a critical role in the research and development of new medicines in Pfizer’s exciting small molecule portfolio by concentrating on drug substance and drug product development, and we are seeking an enthusiastic scientist who is keen to learn, and has a passion for analytical science, to join our exciting, vibrant group in Chennai, India. 

What we offer

·         Focus on work life balance and other benefits

·         Flexible workplace culture

·         Growth and Talent development

·         Diverse and inclusive workforce

A competitive compensation and flexible benefits package, a good work-life balance, and a fun rewarding career with opportunities every day to work with other highly talented scientists. Myriad opportunities to learn new technical and interpersonal skills, develop existing strengths, coach, and mentor other colleagues, while pursuing our purpose – to find breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

Job Focus

We are seeking someone with a passion for analytical science and chromatography to join our Analytical Research and Development team (ARD) in Chennai.  As part of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams you’ll support projects teams within our development portfolio as they seek to design the highest quality analytical methodologies.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity for personal growth and development within the analytical department.

For example:

·         Training in and application of analytical techniques including liquid, gas and supercritical fluid chromatography, infra-red spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and NMR.

·         Providing support to regulatory starting materials and drug substance research and development projects to develop analytical methodology.

·         Working with colleagues to assess the most appropriate analytical tools to support project activities, including use of computational predictive tools, modelling software and data visualisation tools where appropriate.

·         Assisting in the maintenance and renewal of laboratory instruments, systems or apparatus and in the maintenance and continuous improvement of safe and effective working practices.

·         Maintaining written records of all experimental work in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice/Good Manufacturing Practice and departmental philosophies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 5+ years previous relevant experience

   OR

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 2+ years of previous relevant experience.

• Hands on experience in UHPLC/HPLC, GC and wet-chemistry techniques.
• Provides attention to detail and good knowledge in Method development.
• Ability to extract relevant information from scientific literature, accurately record observations, facts, data and conclusions during experimental work or investigations.
• Interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Good Laboratory Practices knowledge.
• Desire to develop own technical skill set.

Other Information: This is an individual contributor role.

Job Families for Job Profiles: 093- Chemistry-Analytical

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: IND - Chennai IIT Madras Research Park

Primary Job Posting Location: India - Chennai

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

Purpose 

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity, and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling, and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility  

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees. 

DisAbility Confident

We are proud to be a DisAbility Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.