Use Your Power For Purpose
Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer's purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.
The Drug Product Analytics group is accountable for the analytical aspects of drug product development for PSSM. The organization is both broad and deep in its scientific opportunities for the right candidate. The individual will need to be conversant with drug product analytical workflows for delivery of new medicines from early design through to global filing stages. Familiarity and experience with global regulatory expectations would certainly be needed for success, as well as strong analytical skills, communication and organizational skills. The ability to multitask and make strategic adjustments quickly is desired for this role.
How You Will Achieve It
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact. The successful candidate will:
Be responsible for the development of analytical strategies in order to develop and deliver drug product methods, controls/specifications and stability strategies ready for filings (IND/NDA etc).
Be Accountable Manager for several projects at any one time, providing appropriate guidance and instruction to Analytical Project Leads.
Be able to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment.
Technical proficiency in at least one area of analytical sciences such as chromatography, spectroscopy, dissolution etc.
Work effectively with partner lines as needed to develop effective cross line deliverables.
Effectively utilize SME's both within and outside of ARD (e.g. SEG, Dissolution, PAT, modeling, digital).
Be a vocal champion for innovation, incorporating new ways of working in order to improve efficiency and enable more digital & predictive tool use.
Develop new leaders with effective training and mentoring of less experienced colleagues in the group.
Be open and flexible in a changing business environment with an ability to pivot and adapt strategies easily.
Be effective and supportive in the use of external vendors to manage timelines and deliverables.
Be an effective member of the DPA Leadership Team that aims to collaborate effectively and manage resources as well as program risks.
Engage in stakeholder communications to establish effective priorities for the group and project teams.
Effectively represent the accomplishments and efforts of your teams and the group with both oral and written communication.
Be able to communicate and interact with colleagues and leadership at multiple levels. Be able to break down highly technical content into understandable and effective communications.
Has attention to detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and effective interpersonal and communication skills are required both laterally and vertically within the organization and representing Pfizer, ARD (API, GA, DSSE) outside of day-to-day responsibilities.
Qualifications
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Qualifications)
PhD in Chemistry or PharmD degree with 12 or more years of experience, OR an BSc degree with 20+ years of experience.
Extensive experience in analytical chemistry, including method development and validation, transfer of methods, filings and working with external vendors.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines for pharmaceutical development
Proven track record of leading and managing complex projects
Excellent problem-solving skills
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Qualifications)
Planning experience and fiscal awareness
Excellent working knowledge of Drug Product development and experience working as part of multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams supporting development of sterile injectable products and other complex dosage forms.
Experience mentoring and developing junior scientists
Strong supporter of technology, innovation and digitization.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Approximately 10% travel is anticipated for a Groton based colleague
Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment: On Premise; minimum 4 days per week onsite.
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $156,600.00 to $261,000.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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.
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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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