Location: Cambridge, MA, United States (On-site)
Contract: 2 years 1 day
Published 2 days ago
ROLE SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Molecular Assessment and Profiling group within BioMedicine Design at Pfizer. In this role, you will contribute to the selection of high-quality biotherapeutic candidates by providing in-depth physicochemical, thermal and colloidal stability assessments for a wide range of biotherapeutic modalities using a suite of established biophysical and analytical methods. This position offers opportunities for scientific growth, hands-on technical development, and increasing responsibility. Your work will have a meaningful impact on advancing biotherapeutic programs from early discovery toward development.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and interpret biophysical and analytical assays to characterize protein stability, including aSEC, CGE, CGEF, HPLC, DSC, and DLS.
- Analyze experimental data and communicate results to help guide lead molecule selection.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase lab efficiency and throughput.
- Maintain accurate, clear documentation of experiments in an electronic lab notebook.
- Assist with presentation materials to share findings within the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience in biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline.
- Good understanding of protein biochemistry and stability.
- Familiar with various protein characterization methods and analytical biochemistry techniques such as aSEC, DSC, CGE, cIEF and DLS.
- Strong attention to details (analytical-minded) with the ability to multitask efficiently.
- Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience in therapeutic protein discovery and biochemistry research.
- Knowledgeable with automation.
Pay Rate Range
Minimum Pay Rate: $47/hour (USD)
Maximum Pay Rate: $51/hour (USD)
Additional Notes
Please note that contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third-party payrolling partner. This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
Benefits Information
- Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility
- Short-Term Disability (STD)
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance