Use Your Power for Purpose
Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. At the core of this mission is Research and Development, where we strive to transform advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into the most impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, your role is crucial. You will leverage innovative design and process development capabilities to accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally. By translating scientific advancements into real-world solutions, you help fulfill Pfizer’s commitment to improving health outcomes and making a difference in patients' lives.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
1. Lead and provide guidance on moderately complex projects, managing time and resources effectively, and ensuring collaboration with Finance for year-round portfolio financial and resource management
2. Apply skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work, making decisions to resolve moderately complex problems and developing new options guided by policies in non-standard situations
3. Operate independently in ambiguous situations, receiving instruction on unusual or complex problems, and determining objectives of assignments
4. Review your own work, seek directional review from others, and mentor colleagues by reviewing their work
5. Utilize judgment and experience to potentially become a resource for others, providing guidance and leadership on projects
6. Evaluate resource flexibility on high spend projects, build accurate financial reports and models, and provide analysis of portfolio transferable expenses, operational expenses, and facility operations
7. Support the implementation of key performance-based metrics to enhance R&D productivity and optimize financial investments in high-potential assets
8. Identify opportunities for resource optimization to create incremental value through acceleration, cost reduction, and increased patient benefits, and develop compelling high-impact product concepts
9. Manage change control for GMP analytical instrumentation, equipment, systems, and associated services, and execute qualitative and quantitative product testing to support R&D product development
10. Stay current on cGMPs, GLPs, and best practices in manufacturing, testing, safety, compliance, investigations, and procedures, while mentoring junior team members and communicating with customers to ensure timely and appropriate progress of work
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
11. A BA/BS with at least 4 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 2 years of experience or PhD/JD with any years of experience
12. Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
13. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs
14. Strong project management capabilities
15. Advanced analytical thinking and data analysis skills
16. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
17. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
18. Master’s degree (MA/MS/MBA) with over 3 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral Degree (PhD/PharmD/JD)
19. Proficiency in utilizing laboratory instrumentation and methodologies such as UV, HPLC, pH, Endotoxin, and PCR
20. Experience in managing R&D portfolios and financial resources
21. Knowledge of cGMPs, GLPs, and best practices in manufacturing and testing
22. Strong leadership and mentoring skills
23. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
24. Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Please apply by sending your CV and a motivational letter in English
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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