Bioinformatics Scientist

ROLE SUMMARY

Pfizer is seeking a talented, self-motivated Bioinformatics Scientist with strong background in software engineering, data management and data analytics to support Pfizer cutting-edge mRNA vaccines program in Viral Vaccines R&D team at Pearl River, New York.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working within a team of laboratory scientists to rapidly design, and build state-of-the-art bioinformatics infrastructure

• Developing, and maintaining modern web applications to digitize mRNA vaccine programs

• Designing easy to use intuitive user interfaces for high throughput data management, visualization, and analytics

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, bioinformatics, or related fields.

• 6+ years of experience of strong software development skills ideally including full stack web application development.

• Programming skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Java, Python, R, Perl

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a broad range of scientists across multiple disciplines

  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience with Flask, Bootstrap or Angular

• Background in machine learning/AI

• Ability to design relational database schemas

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work independently and as part of team

Other Job Details:

• Eligible for employee referral programs: YES

• Eligible for relocation support: YES

#LI-PFE

Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment.  As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.

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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.

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