Senior Associate Scientist - Virology

Pfizer

Base: $68,600.00 to $114,300.00; bonus/equity: 7.5...
Bs or ms degree in life sciences
Experience in bsl-2 setting
Mammalian cell culture expertise
Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives by translating advanced science into therapies and vaccines

Job Summary

  • Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives by translating advanced science into therapies and vaccines.
  • As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will produce high titer virus stocks and perform virus characterization assays to support vaccine research.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits including retirement plans and health coverage.

Matching Summary

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives by translating advanced science into therapies and vaccines.

Salary

Base: $68,600.00 to $114,300.00; Bonus/Equity: 7.5% target bonus; Benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid leave, health coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • BS or MS degree in life sciences
  • Experience in BSL-2 setting
  • Mammalian cell culture expertise
  • Virus titration methods
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Inventory management of viral reagents
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Nice-to-have

  • Background in respiratory or herpes virology
  • Experience with large-scale cell cultures
  • Gene sequence and mutation analysis
  • Development of cell-based immunoassays
  • Troubleshooting laboratory procedures

Key Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years laboratory experience with BS degree or 0 to 4 years with MS degree
  • Permanent work authorization in the United States
  • Ability to work with infectious agents
  • Experience maintaining mammalian cell lines

Work Rights

Permanent work authorization in the United States required

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