Title: Scientist - Analytical Research and Development

Grade 06                                                                                      Location: Chennai, India

Here at Pfizer, we have a specific purpose – to find breakthroughs that change patients' lives. We are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity, and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. 

Analytical Research and Development (ARD), at Pfizer R&D in Chennai, India is part of the global Pharmaceutical Sciences Small Molecules (PSSM) function and plays a critical role in the research and development of new medicines in Pfizer’s exciting small molecule portfolio by concentrating on drug substance and drug product development, and we are seeking an enthusiastic scientist who is keen to learn, and has a passion for analytical science, to join our exciting, vibrant group in Chennai, India. 

What we offer

·         Focus on work life balance and other benefits

·         Flexible workplace culture

·         Growth and Talent development

·         Diverse and inclusive workforce

·         Annual bonus

A competitive compensation and flexible benefits package, a good work-life balance, and a fun rewarding career with opportunities every day to work with other highly talented scientists. Myriad opportunities to learn new technical and interpersonal skills, develop existing strengths, coach, and mentor other colleagues, while pursuing our purpose – to find breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

Job Focus

We are seeking someone with a passion for analytical science and chromatography to join our Analytical Research and Development team (ARD) in Chennai.  As part of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams you’ll support projects teams within our development portfolio as they seek to design the highest quality analytical methodologies, capable of operating in development and/or manufacturing environments. 

The successful applicant will contribute to developing new solutions and approaches in the field of chromatography & spectroscopy. This is non-supervisory position.

Responsibilities may include.

• Use your knowledge of chromatographic techniques to develop analytical methods for the analysis of candidates in the Pfizer small molecule portfolio – starting materials, in-process control samples, intermediates, and drug substance.
• Develop and apply chromatographic techniques to meet CRD teams CQA’s, for example developing chromatographic techniques such as liquid, gas or supercritical fluid chromatography, for the identification and/or quantitation active & impurities.
• Be a positive advocate for new technologies and process improvements, engaging with internal and external experts to drive continuous innovation of our capabilities, including advocating the use of computational, modelling and simulation tools. 
• Influence the external environment through professional presentations, posters, and seminars.
• Create and review documents analytical test methods, study protocols and SOPs. 
• Proactively identify and address issues that arise during routine analytical testing. 
• Ensure timely completion of assigned Trainings and activities.
• Perform and review the analytical method development, validation, and transfer experiments as well as associated protocols and reports.
• Stay abreast of the latest relevant literature, and provide technical coaching, mentoring, and training to colleagues within Analytical R&D.   

Skills

• Ability to critically evaluate analytical data from a broad range of scientific disciplines.
• Analytical development background and hands on experiences with working knowledge of Chromatography techniques in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Carries out peer reviews of work performed by colleagues.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the scientific principles, methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective investigation including study design, collection, analysis and interpretation of data and the reporting of results.
• Lab Management - Has good understanding of the lab activities and should own the responsibility of Lab area.
• Analytical working knowledge in chromatographic techniques like HPLC/UPLC-MS, GC and other analytical equipment.
• Acts as a technical and scientific resource within own project team/ discipline.
• Frequently develops and may create novel processes and hypotheses using new ideas and knowledge.
• Knowledge and/or experience in the use of computational predictive tools, modelling software or data visualization tools is desirable. 
• Comfortable working as part of multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams.
• Good verbal communication & sense of handling situations using interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 8+ years previous relevant experience

OR

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 5+ years of previous relevant experience.

Other Information: This is an individual contributor role.

Job Families for Job Profiles: 093- Chemistry-Analytical

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: IND - Chennai IIT Madras Research Park

Primary Job Posting Location: India - Chennai

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

Purpose 

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity, and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling, and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility  

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees. 

DisAbility Confident

We are proud to be a DisAbility Confident Employer, and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.