Senior Associate Scientist Process Chemistry
Pfizer · Groton, CT
ResearchFull-time$69k–$114kCompany career page
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Role summary
Pfizer seeks a synthetic organic chemist for the Process Chemistry group in Groton, CT to develop scalable, safe, and efficient synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients. The role involves laboratory experimentation on diverse chemical entities including small molecules, peptides, and lipids, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
What they're looking for
- Master's degree in Chemistry with laboratory-based research experience
- Demonstrated expertise in synthetic organic chemistry experimentation and principles
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with scientific documentation ability
- Familiarity with modern analytical tools, techniques, and data interpretation
- Working knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry literature
- Prior peptide and lipid synthesis experience strongly valued but not required
- U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship not available
What you'll be doing
- Design and execute synthetic routes to drug candidates in laboratory settings
- Develop and conduct experimental studies for safe, efficient, robust, scalable processes
- Collaborate with chemists, analysts, engineers, and technologists on multidisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate scientific records and communicate results through written reports
- Support technology transfer to manufacturing sites and external facilities as needed
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