Pfizer Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist. This a full-time position in research and science for the pharmaceutical industry in Kalamazoo, Mich.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual selected for this job will be responsible for the planning and execution of a wide range of studies in the area of Human Food Safety including total residue analysis, metabolic profiling and analytical method development in primarily livestock species and to a lesser extent in laboratory species.
Hands-on laboratory work with complex biological matrices (plasma, excreta, tissues) is anticipated.
The candidate will be responsible for writing the technical reports associated with these studies and presenting/defending the data to government officials (FDA) responsible for dossier review and registration.
The candidate will participate on project teams and sub-teams as molecules move through the development process. Supervisory experience is not required, but a desire to assume management responsibilities at some future date would be considered a positive attribute.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum skills, education, experience, attributes:
• Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, biochemistry or organic chemistry.
• Excellent knowledge of techniques for extraction and purification of compounds from complex biological matrices.
• Experience with advanced instrumental analysis, especially mass spectroscopy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, matrix environment.
Desirable skills, education, experience, attributes:
• 1-3 years post-doctoral experience in medicinal chemistry and/or drug metabolism.
• Working knowledge of GLPs and ability and desire to work in a highly regulated environment.
• Experience with interacting with external organizations, especially governmental groups.
• Working knowledge of the animal health industry, especially in the area of food safety.
• Experience with working with radioactive molecules.
• Supervisory Experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S.
About Pfizer Inc.
Founded in 1849, Pfizer, with operations in 90 countries, is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health. The company discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers quality, safe and effective prescription medicines to treat and help prevent disease for both people and animals. Pfizer also partnesr with healthcare providers, governments and local communities around the world to expand access to our medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support.
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