Pfizer

Senior Scientist Automation

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Groton CT USA

Hybrid

94K-152K Annually

Senior level

Artificial Intelligence • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Biotech • Pharmaceutical

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

The Role

As a Senior Scientist in Automation at Pfizer you will develop laboratory automation solutions enhance analytics and collaborate with teams to improve drug development processes.

Summary Generated by Built In

Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team which strives to translate advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally.
What You Will Achieve
In this role you will:

Design prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for process development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Facilitate data-rich experimentation through enhanced analytics computer vision and other emerging technologies.
Develop and implement synergistic digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automation tools and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.
Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
Partner with process chemists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver CRD workflows for drug development.
Implement robotic control and data management systems.

Participation with departmental initiatives continuous improvement teams scientific presentations and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.

Qualifications
Must Have

BA/BS in Chemical Engineering Organic Chemistry or Mechatronic Engineering related discipline with 9 to 11 years of experience
MBA/MS in Chemical Engineering Organic Chemistry or Mechatronic Engineering related discipline with 7 to 8 years of experience
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering Organic Chemistry or Mechatronic Engineering related discipline with 0 to 4 years of experience
No industrial experience necessary.
Demonstrated ability to design and develop creative solutions ideally targeted towards application for laboratory automation.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills at the interface of chemistry engineering and data-science.
Experience with CAD designs and prototyping new equipment.
Experience in integrating automated hardware and analytical devices e.g. XYZ cartesian and/or 6/7-axes robotic arms with process analytical technologies.
Knowledge of coding languages such as Python or C++ for automation controls data management and/or AI/ML applications.

Excellent written and oral communication skills the ability to effectively work with a multi-disciplinary team comprised of chemists chemical engineers computer scientist and data scientists.

Nice to Have

Expertise in process research and development
Hands-on experience in optimizing characterizing and scaling up process steps
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Experience in technology transfer to manufacturing facilities
Ability to stay current with scientific literature and advancements in the field
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

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Laboratory work requiring standing.
Working at a computer.
Ability to use sound scientific judgment and analyze data to advance programs.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Travel is required on occasion to support external collaborations cross-site technology development or to participate in scientific conferences.

Other Job details

Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93600.00 to $151500.00. In addition this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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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Top Skills

C++

Cad

Process Analytical Technologies

Python

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The Company

HQ: New York NY

121990 Employees

Year Founded: 1848

What We Do

Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.

Why Work With Us

We are the inventors the problem solvers the big thinkers — those who surmount any hurdle to deliver breakthrough medicines to the people who are counting on them the most.