Associate Scientist, QC Chemistry
PfizerAbout the role
Use Your Power for Purpose
Everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to the quality and the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is flexible, innovative, and customer oriented. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance or analysis through research programs, your contribution will directly impact patients.
The position will support the Pfizer Sanford, NC Quality Operations department by performing Quality Control activities associated with clinical and/or commercial product, raw materials, and validation.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
- Adheres to EH&S safety requirements and ensures correctness and accuracy in tasks and documentation.
- Demonstrates depth of knowledge in scientific discipline, good written and verbal communication, and the ability to solve complex problems.
- Receives feedback well, takes accountability for actions, and seeks guidance when necessary.
- Makes good decisions based on procedures, guidance, and experience.
- Functions well as a team member and performs independent work with minor guidance.
- Understands own area of function and has knowledge of other cross-functional areas.
- Creates, reviews, and approves test methods and equipment validation records with limited guidance.
- Communicates effectively with good interpersonal skills and interacts with business lines.
- Performs testing on various samples, analyzes and interprets results, and ensures adherence to standards.
- Reports issues to management and participates in issue resolution.
- Suggests improvements to increase compliance and innovation.
- May initiate and develop project plans and serve on cross-functional teams.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- Applicant must have a Bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an Associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience in manufacturing, quality or engineering experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry
- Fundamental understanding of laboratory instrumentation function and analytical testing and use of analytical equipment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
- A deep understanding of Chemistry testing and experience in defending laboratory practices during regulatory audits
- 2+ years of QC Chemistry Laboratory experience
- 1+ years of HPLC experience
- Proficiency in both viable and non-viable environmental monitoring within pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Solid grasp of aseptic techniques
- Computer programing knowledge
Physical/Mental Requirements
- Ability to lift 30 lbs, stand for 2 to 3 hours at a time, sit for 2 to 3 hours at a time, walk long distances and bend to obtain items from lower shelving/cabinets.
- Problem-solving skills and aptitude for good decision making based on procedures, guidance, technology, and experience
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements
- This role is shift 4: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 hours each day. (8:30 am to 7:00pm), but can include other weekdays and/or weekend days as appropriate for assigned tasks/activities
- Minimal off-shift work to ensure business needs are met.
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, non-porous shoes, gloves, ect.)
Other Job Details:
- Last day to Apply: September 3rd, 2025
- Eligible for Relocation Assistance: No
- Work Location Assignment: On Premise
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