Senior Lab Analyst

Pfizer Pfizer · Pharma · KS

Senior Lab Analyst at Pfizer responsible for technical oversight, process improvement, and regulatory support within pharmaceutical manufacturing. Requires a bachelor's degree and experience in lab groups or pharmaceutical settings, with skills in method development and validation.

What you'd actually do

  1. Demonstrate technical / functional knowledge to coach, oversee, and set priorities for other Lab Analysts and coordinate with other teams on day-to-day activities for own applicable discipline using strong understanding of business operations.
  2. Serve as Subject Matter Expert during technical discussions with regulatory professionals and regulatory inspectors.
  3. Identify and make improvements to existing work processes / products within work team by applying ingenuity and taking appropriate risks.
  4. Support multiple projects and complex on-going work activities within work team.
  5. Solve complex problems within area of expertise.

Skills

Required

  • bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Trained and proficient in multiple lab groups or previous pharmaceutical experience, for example bioburden, BET, sterility, bioassay, particulate investigation, or complex chromatography.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate obstacles and project status within functional group without prompting for updates.
  • Advanced math and instrument skills associated with scientific data analysis, processing, and interpretation with clear and valid conclusions.
  • Industry experience performing microbiological, chemical, and/or biochemical method development and validations utilizing the latest technologies including, but not limited to Spectroscopy, High Performance Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, Atomic Absorption, ELISA, Western Blot, Slot Blot, microbial organism Identification.

Nice to have

  • Experience with laboratory work, particularly using analytical HPLC (High Pressure Liquid Chromatography) techniques.
  • Proven track record in leading continuous improvement projects.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, six sigma methodologies, and statistical analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn new techniques and procedures.
  • 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.

What the JD emphasized

  • Strict documentation requirements.