Analytical Scientist for Analytical Research & Development at the Ringaskiddy Clinical Manufacturing Facility, Cork

Why Patients Need You

Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer's purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. In Analytical Research & Development you will apply innovative measurement science, data analytics and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.

What You Will Achieve

As a Scientist in Analytical Research and Development, you will take an active role in supporting drug development by applying a variety of analytical methodologies to support physical and chemical characterization of drug substances (including raw materials and intermediates). You will have working knowledge and ability to operate analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy used for the characterization of pharmaceutical substances and products is desired. You will also be involved in method transfer activities in and out of the RCMF analytical lab. At the RCMF you will be involved in the manufacturing support for clinical material at various stages of clinical development as well as supporting chemistry and analytical method development.

• Perform laboratory work in support of analytical testing of pharmaceutical projects with some experience in any of the following analytical methodologies: chromatography, KF, spectroscopy or mass spectrometry.
• Responsibilities may include developinng analytical methods, testing and release of raw materials and intermediates to support pharmaceutical development efforts, and documentation of experimental results.
• In-process control (IPC) support for plant operations
• Method Development and testing to support cleaning of production facility.
• Involvement in methods transfers to and from the RCMF facility.
• Development, Verification and Validation of analytical methods across a range of techniques (HPLC, UPLC, GC, UV, KF, IR, SFC, MS)
• Review and verify scientific experiments and data documented in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Provide analytical support for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) in the lab and for manufacturing for batch and continuous processes across a range of techniques such as Mid-IR, UV, FBRM, Online LC.
• Effectively interact with project team members for various tasks including presentation of data and critical review of data and preparation of technical reports.
• Demonstrate proficiency with a wide variety of software and information systems.
• Review and verify scientific experiments and data documented in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• The colleague must be able to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• A PhD in analytical chemistry ideally combined with 0+ years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within an analytical development role;

• A BSc/MSc in a degree with significant analytical focus and ideally up to 2+ years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within an analytical development or GMP role.

• Experience in the use of general analytical techniques e.g HPLC, GC, KF, IR, LC-MS and UV
• Ability to meet project milestones under general supervision, plan and manage priorities for specific projects.
• Experience in problem-solving skills and instrument troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including visualization of data and drafting reports.
• Relevant analytical development and/or GMP experience
• Experience with a wide variety of software and information systems (e.g. electronic lab notebooks, Empower and LIMS).
• Ability to work in a team environment in GMP laboratory environment performing experiments.
• Ability to perform data analysis, record results in electronic lab notebooks and effectively communicate in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to safe laboratory practices.
• Good documentation skills with high attention to detail, strong organizational skills, team oriented, effective interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience in the analytical method transfers
• Method development experience
• Experience in a GMP laboratory
• Knowledgeable in vibrational spectroscopy (NIR, IR, Raman, UV-Vis)
• Process Analytics (PAT) experience

• Do not anticipate more than 10% travel.

• In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
• Please note there is no relocation support available for this position

• Make a difference today, all suitable candidates should apply with CV below. We are looking forward to hearing from you!