Senior Scientist, Protein Sciences

pfizer.ch

Base: $93,600.00 to $156,000.00; bonus/equity: 12....
Protein expression in bacterial insect mammalian cells
Protein purification and characterization
Integral membrane protein reconstitution
As a Senior Scientist in the SAMS department, you will lead protein expression and purification operations aligned with a commitment to quality and innovation

Job Summary

  • As a Senior Scientist in the SAMS department, you will lead protein expression and purification operations aligned with a commitment to quality and innovation.
  • You will represent Protein Sciences at project team levels, troubleshoot challenges, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate across disciplines to advance Pfizer’s drug discovery pipeline.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range, bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, paid leave, and health coverage, along with relocation support.

Matching Summary

As a Senior Scientist in the SAMS department, you will lead protein expression and purification operations aligned with a commitment to quality and innovation.

Salary

Base: $93,600.00 to $156,000.00; Bonus/Equity: 12.5% bonus target plus long term incentive program; Benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid leave, medical, dental, vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Protein expression in bacterial insect mammalian cells
  • Protein purification and characterization
  • Integral membrane protein reconstitution
  • Use of Akta purification systems
  • Protein quality control by biophysical methods
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Mentoring junior scientists

Nice-to-have

  • Protein structure analysis
  • Phage yeast mRNA library generation
  • Protein design for stabilization
  • Binding approaches for molecules
  • Scientific programming and data analysis

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biochemistry or related discipline with 1-2 years experience or MS with 7+ years experience
  • Experience with analytical and biophysical protein characterization methods
  • Demonstrated ability to purify complex and membrane proteins
  • Permanent work authorization in the United States
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Work Rights

Permanent work authorization in the United States

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