Scientist - ADC Biology (contract)

Scientist - ADC Biology

Summary:

Pfizer is seeking a Scientist (non-PhD) to join their ADC Biology team. The Scientist- ADC Biology will be a key driver in advancing next-generation ADC technologies through collaborative, cross-functional research that spans from early discovery to pre-clinical development.

Responsibilities:

• Apply cellular, biochemical, immunological, and molecular biology laboratory techniques to preclinical research projects in the areas of Cancer signaling and Cancer biology
• Investigate MOAs of our therapeutics through the development, optimization, and execution of complex assays
• Interact and collaborate with other functional groups across research
• Provide leadership within the technical area of expertise; may train, direct, or mentor others
• Design and execute key experiments to investigate novel therapeutic targets and MOAs of novel payloads to enable clear go/no-go decisions
• Independently analyze data, document results, and present findings to large and small audiences
• Maintain rigorous records of experimental progress using electronic laboratory notebooks
• Present experimental results and scientific rationale to colleagues
• Execute molecular, biochemical, and cell-based methodologies including cytotoxicity assays, HiBit, HTRF, ELISA, western blotting, automated liquid handling, multicolor flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, and live cell microscopy
• Aid in the execution and analysis of additional experiments as needed within the ADC discovery research team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Cellular or Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related field and 6+ years' relevant industry experience OR M.S. degree in Cellular or Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related field with 4+ years' relevant industry experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and analytical (Prism, FlowJo, etc.) software programs
• Experience designing, performing, and interpreting complex experiments that require significant insight into problems being addressed, with some guidance
• Working knowledge in specific areas of Cancer Biology and Cancer therapeutics, especially small molecule agents, Biologics, and ADCs
• Experience working independently and working on multiple projects
• Experience collaborating across teams and a variety of disciplines to provide experimental expertise and support others on joint projects
• Experience leading parts of projects or initiatives within the area of expertise
• Excellent written/oral communication skills with experience presenting/sharing details of the work with key stakeholders
• Experience in experimental cancer biology, biochemical and/or immunological techniques (e.g., Cell culture, cytotoxicity assays, HiBit, HTRF, ELISA, western blotting, automated liquid handling, multicolor flow cytometry, immunofluorescent and live cell microscopy).
• Background knowledge of the field of cell signaling and biochemistry
• Experience developing complex cell and biochemical assays

Location/Schedule:

• This is an on-site role based in Bothell, WA
• Monday - Friday; 40 hours per week

Please note contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third-party payrolling partner.

This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

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Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Commuter Benefit Program