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Technical Associate, Process Development

Employer
Pfizer
Location
Groton, CT
Start date
Jun 10, 2022

We are seeking a Technical Associate opening in the Chemical Research and Development (CRD) Engineering group as a laboratory-based colleague in Groton CT.

CRD, as part of Worldwide R&D in Pharmaceutical Sciences, is responsible for the development of process technology for the production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API). CRD scientists engage in all facets of development from small scale synthesis in support of medicinal chemistry programs, to the development of the commercial synthetic route. CRD colleagues partner with manufacturing specialists for API synthesis in kilo-lab and pilot plant facilities, as well as provide support for technology transfer to Pfizer manufacturing sites and third party facilities.

The successful candidate will join the Engineering Group team as a laboratory-based experimentalist and lab support specialist. They will provide lab-based and organizational support necessary to assist the team in the development of API manufacturing processes, new laboratory technology, and new workflows to make the group more efficient. We anticipate the successful candidate will become a key lab steward for the group.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

This role’s day to day functions can be divided into administrative and experiment support-based responsibilities. Additional administrative and experiment support tasks for this role will be evaluated on a rolling basis:

Administrative:

  • Maintain desired stocking levels for lab consumables: vials, pipettes, bottles, etc.
  • Maintain desired stocking levels for solvent in the lab; keep track of peroxide forming solvents and discard prior to expiration date and refilling mobile phase bottles for analytical systems
  • Maintain desired stocking levels for lab glassware in the lab
  • Manage waste in the lab
    • Prepare solvent waste to be sent out daily
    • Setup new waste drums and sharps waste containers as needed
  • Unload clean glassware as it is returned from glass washing; inspect glassware for any cracks or chips while unloading and replace any broken items
  • Primary owner for initiating and tracking standing purchase orders with frequently used vendors
  • Maintain parts lists and desired stocking levels for parts and fittings from multiple vendors.
  • Order new lab equipment when necessary to replace existing units.
  • Organize samples for shipment to other sites, to be sent to neat stores, or for storage in local storeroom.
  • Maintain capital equipment lists for lab team.
  • Perform monthly check of fill volume in chiller systems and add coolant as needed. Coordinate chiller repair with vendor as needed.
  • Maintain in-lab analytical equipment (e.g., microscope, Karl Fisher titrator, pH probes) in optimal working order with maintenance, cleaning, and routine calibration.

Experiment support:

  • Setup and cleaning of automated lab reactor systems to facilitate experimental work by group members.
  • Prime pump systems associated with automated lab reactors as needed; perform cleaning of pump system once experiment is complete and document cleaning on pump card
  • Setup of auxiliary equipment associated with automated lab reactors (such as vacuum cart) as needed; perform cleaning of cart equipment after usage and return cart to storage location
  • Assist in execution of large blocks of experiments (e.g., DoE studies) by subdividing solids, preparing stock solutions, executing recipe-driven procedures, delivering samples for analytical testing, organization of solid and solution samples, and storage of retain samples until project completion.
  • Perform characterization studies of samples for lab members by analytical techniques such as bulk density, light microscopy, powder Xray diffraction, and thermogravimetric analysis
  • Record data in appropriate accessible location such as electronic lab notebook (eLN) system
  • Setup gas cylinders as needed for experiments; Coordinate with gas cylinder vendor for ordering and return of gas cylinders as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma (or GED) with 0-3 years of relevant industry experience
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining a high quality of data
  • Maintains a positive work atmosphere
  • Strong organizational and time management skills and detail oriented
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including the ability to maintain an accurate scientific notebook.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-3 years of experience in chemistry laboratory roles or API Manufacturing operations with some experience in a laboratory setting
  • Proficiency using various computer applications including, but not limited to: Word and Excel
  • Process Technology or Biotechnology Certificate, or an A.S. in Chemistry or related scientific field.
  • Familiarity with modern analytical tools and techniques.
  • Experience with Quality or Good Manufacturing Practices {GMP} environment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Role requires the ability to lift approximately 20 pounds and work with mechanical equipment (pumps, reactors, probes)
  • The position requires an ability to work in a laboratory environment performing experiments in a laboratory fume hood and to setup samples for analysis
  • Must be able to wear PPE (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves, face shield, etc.).

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • A standard day shift operation totaling approximately 40 hours per week is expected for this role, although some second shift or weekend coverage may be required at times as warranted by business need.

Other Job Details:

  • Last Date to Apply: June 29, 2022
  • Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus: YES
  • Eligible for Relocation Package: 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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