Laboratory Operation Support

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place. To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals. Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer's trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world. The primary purpose of this position is to provide business, logistical and technical support to the Fermentation, Cell Culture, and Molecular Biology group in the Early Bioprocess Development Department in Vaccines Research and Development. This entails coordinating all maintenance activities and purchase of scientific supplies for Early Bioprocess Development Department. Additionally, the incumbent will prepare solutions and cell culture supplies and prepare bioreactors for use. How You Will Achieve It

Coordinates all maintenance activities with GO and external vendors Serves as the department representative on the Laboratory Equipment and Oversight Committee Interfaces with Thermo-Fisher for maintenance of stock room inventory Orders and maintains inventory of all supplies and reagents not covered by Thermo-Fisher stock room Acts as department’s lead Safety Representative Makes stock solutions needed by scientific staff Assembles process aids, such as transfers, bottles and syringes Assures readiness of bioreactors for experiments pre-sterilization Executes clean-in-place procedures for steam-in-place equipment Collects and secures biohazard waste from the labs and pilot areas Calibrates and maintains scientific instruments Takes direction from management on required support activities and schedules own work Attends internal and external meetings that relate to maintenance activities

Here Is What You Need

Associate Degree with 0-2 years of experience or equivalent Proficiency with personal computers including familiarity with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook functions Good communication and reading skills – works well from written and verbal instruction Some heavy lifting (approximately 50 pounds or less) of supplies and equipment is required.

Bonus Points If You Have

Course work in chemistry is highly desirable to aid understanding of chemical formulae in formulation instructions Course work in biology or biotechnology is highly desirable for supporting work with bioreactors The salary for this position ranges from $25.52 to $42.53 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. 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 applies only to the United States - New York - Pearl River location. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr