Scientist--ADC Biology (Non-PhD)

POSITION SUMMARY 

As a Scientist on our Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) Biology team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development of next-generation ADCs for cancer therapy. Through collaborative, cross-functional research spanning early discovery to clinical development, you will help shape innovative therapeutic strategies that address unmet medical needs.

In this role, you will design and implement robust biological assays and screening strategies to evaluate novel payload chemotypes and uncover their mechanisms of action. You will help identify cancer indications most susceptible to these payloads and optimize their pairing with tumor-associated antigens to enhance therapeutic efficacy. You will analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate experimental data to multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders. You may contribute to the generation of IND- and BLA-enabling data packages, supporting regulatory submissions and clinical advancement. You may integrate clinical insights—such as signatures of sensitivity and resistance—into early-stage discovery efforts to inform future therapeutic concepts.

This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of ADC innovation, contributing to a dynamic pipeline and helping translate cutting-edge science into transformative cancer treatments.

  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply cellular, proteomic, and molecular biology laboratory techniques to preclinical research projects in the area of cancer biology
• Execute molecular and cell-based methodologies including flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, cytotoxicity assays, reporter assays, ELISA, alpha-LISA, western blotting, WES and in vitro PD assays
• Investigate novel antibody drug conjugate (ADC) targets, linker payloads, and new MOAs of our therapeutics through development, optimization, and execution of complex assays
• Independently design, execute, analyze and document key experiments to enable clear go/no-go decisions; present findings to large and small audiences
• Provide leadership within technical area of expertise; may train others
• Maintain rigorous records of experimental progress using electronic laboratory notebooks 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in  Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, Immunology or a related field and  6+ years of relevant industry ADC Biology or small molecule experience OR

• Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, Immunology or a related field and  4+ years of relevant industry ADC Biology or small molecule experience

• Experience with tissue culture and diverse molecular biology techniques

• Experience with protein quantification methods, e,g, WES, western blotting

• Proficiency in flow cytometry analysis

• Experience working in and adapting to a rapidly evolving environment

• Experience working independently and as part of a team

• Experience leveraging critical thinking to address challenges and overcome obstacles 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience  communicating effectively to a wide range of audiences

• Excellent organization and planning skills

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of therapeutic antibodies, protein degraders, and/or ADCs

• Knowledge of epigenetics, signal transduction, and/or metastasis pathways

• Experience with cell-based assay development for screening purposes

• Experience with immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and/or imaging

• Experience with utilization and analysis of data from ‘omics platforms

• Proficiency with appropriate software for data analysis

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Occasional need to work non-standard hours. Occasional travel needs (1-2 times per year). Must adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $77,100.00 to $128,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% 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