Pfizer

QC Scientist III

Pfizer  •  $83k - $138k/yr  •  Andover, MN (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, every day is an opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives. Your contributions will directly impact patient care, as you work within a flexible, innovative, and customer-oriented culture rooted in science and risk-based compliance. By joining our team, you will help uphold a quality culture that adapts and evolves to meet the needs of patients, ensuring that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of safety and efficacy.

The qualified candidate will provide analytical testing support for in-process / drug substance for new and existing products in a cGMP quality control analytical (QCA) laboratory. You will be responsible for analyzing chemical, biological and/or microbiological products to support our quality programs. Supported activities include analytical technology transfer, analytical method optimization, qualifications, validations, comparability, and evaluation/implementation of new technologies. Troubleshooting activities in support of QC labs and manufacturing are also included.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

  • Validate analytical test methods, author test method documents, support specification and list of test method development and ensure effective method transfer from the technical support group to the release laboratory by training analysts.

  • Able to create, review, and approve compliant test method transfer and validation protocols and reports and equipment qualification/computer validation records.

  • Provide technical support for new analytical methods, troubleshooting methods, investigations and method improvements.

  • Analyze and interpret results, make decisions regarding accuracy, completeness and compliance.

  • Responsible for detailing requirements for Laboratory Information Management System builds, building, testing and managing its Master Data changes.

  • Support sustainability of Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) elements within the group.

  • Identify technical issues, method performance issues, instrument malfunctions and methodology problems and participate in necessary investigations aimed at mitigation.

  • Maintain all related data and records in compliance with cGMPs and quality procedures

  • Write and review technical documents such as validation protocols and reports in support of product validations/qualifications/comparability and investigations and change controls.

  • Meet all timelines and deliverables in support of Andover plan of record and product life cycle.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience;
    OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience

  • Knowledge and practical application of relevant analytical techniques

  • Experience within the biopharmaceutical industry, including knowledge and experience relevant to biopharmaceutical unity operations and/or laboratory operations.

  • Experience in method troubleshooting and laboratory investigations

  • Experience with cGMPs and regulatory guidance

  • Experience with HPLC, CE, gel, spectroscopy

  • Possess strong problem-solving skills

  • Demonstrated planning and prioritization skills with a focus on team success in meeting defined timelines.

  • Proficiency with computer systems (Microsoft Office applications, LIMS, etc.)

  • Knowledge of Empower Software

  • Ability to manage projects with minimal supervision

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Protein experience

  • Strong troubleshooting skills

  • Working understanding of IMEx principles


Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Last Date To Apply: April 6th, 2026


The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. 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 does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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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. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
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