Pfizer · 2 days ago
In Vivo Vaccine Research Scientist
Pearl River, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$79K/yr - $128K/yr
4+ years expPfizer is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to delivering breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. They are seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in preclinical evaluation of novel vaccine candidates, responsible for designing and conducting animal studies to assess immunogenicity and efficacy of vaccines.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal teams to design and conduct animal studies for evaluating vaccine candidates, utilizing a variety of laboratory animals
Conduct animal procedures to assess the immunogenicity and efficacy of vaccines, including tissue harvesting and studying human pathogen infection and disease
Perform manipulations and procedures on laboratory animals and handle microorganisms and clinical samples in a Biosafety Level (BSL) 2 environment
Support laboratory operations by preparing media, stocking reagents, ordering supplies, and processing samples, while working effectively in a matrixed team environment
Ensure compliance with cGMP/GLP and other regulatory requirements, where applicable
Analyze data and present experimental results in meetings
Document all work in electronic notebooks and write progress reports as required
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 6 to 8 years of experience or MS with 4 to 6 years of relevant laboratory and/or vivarium experience required
Demonstrated experience in conducting preclinical studies using laboratory animals, ability to work independently using knowledge and work experience
Uses own scientific judgment to apply and adapt standard methods and techniques with increased independence by applying prior work experience
Proficiency in using personal computers – including word processing, spreadsheets, PRISM, PowerPoint, and other relevant scientific software
Motivated, flexible, and willing to learn new skill sets
Preferred
Technical experience in executing in vitro assays
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to influence project teams and adapt standard methods and techniques
Creativity in developing novel processes and ideas
Benefits
Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Company
Pfizer
Pfizer is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines and vaccines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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$38BKey Investors
Starboard Value
2025-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $6B
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2023-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $31B
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Chief Executive Officer
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