Senior Associate Scientist, Cell Bank

Position Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join the In Vivo Pharmacology Group within the Oncology Research Unit (ORU) of Pfizer’s Oncology Division in La Jolla, CA. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of scientists, playing a key role supporting the Central Cell Bank. The candidate will primarily manage procurement, collection, expansion, storage, and distribution of all cell lines to serve the needs of research and development activities at Pfizer ORU. The candidate is a technical expert in sterile cell culture techniques, particularly with transformed or immortalized mouse and human cancer cell lines. The candidate will be working closely with colleagues from various research groups and should be a team player.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procurement, storage and distribution of all cell lines.
• Mammalian cell culture maintenance of existing cell lines and onboarding of new cell lines
• Regular QC process for accurate inventory and completion of Central Cell Bank requests
• Accurate and timely documentation and record keeping for audit and IND filing purposes.
• Weekly communication and updates with manager and CRO to ensure set goals are achieved and maintained.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team.
• Must be willing and able to work after hours as needed to ensure study integrity

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• The candidate will be working closely with colleagues from various research groups and should be a team player.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Immunology, Oncology or similar, with 3+ years relevant experience.
• Current knowledge of oncology, immunology, and immune-oncology, research, and/or drug discovery and development.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Current knowledge of oncology, immunology, and immune-oncology, research, and/or drug discovery and development.
• Experience with transformed and immortalized human and murine cell lines.
• Excellent sterile cell culture techniques
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in all common office and scientific software.
• Strong ability to multi-task and work productively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative and diverse team environment.
• Ability to follow novel scientific or technological developments and to implement them in the laboratory.
• Capability to contribute to a vivid and challenging intellectual environment.

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting of up to 30 lbs, sitting, standing, walking, bending, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis
• Must be willing and able to work after hours as needed to ensure study integrity

  
Additional Information:

• Work Location Assignment: On Premise
• Last Day to Apply: April 17, 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $66,500.00 to $110,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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