Assistant Process Development Technician
Pfizer Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI
Job posting number: #7113880 (Ref:pf-4865941)
Posted: October 13, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Why Patients Need You
Everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to the quality and the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is flexible, innovative, and customer oriented. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance or analysis through research programs, your contribution will directly impact patients.
What You Will Achieve
The Assistant Process Development Technician will work within a microbial fermentation process development laboratory, under the direct supervision of a scientific lead. Primary interactions will be within the fermentation process development team.
How You Will Achieve It
- Conduct a variety of experiments using lab fermenters and shake flasks, under the supervision of lead scientist, with detailed written instructions.
- Follow the progress of experiments and operations by various analytical procedures or instruments. Notify scientist if process deviates from normal or expected values.
- Report results both orally and by recording using electronic Lab Notebook. Use standard computer applications.
- Assist in maintenance of media, consumables, and equipment parts supplies.
- Plan/organize daily tasks. Maintain area and equipment in clean, safe, functional order. Participate in safety reviews and inspections.
- Interact as needed with other areas within the department.
- Adhere to safe work practices, such as wearing appropriate personal protective equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves.
- Maintain area and equipment in clean, safe, functional order.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Position involves considerable standing in the laboratory and working with the hands and arms.
- Normal sitting, standing, walking and lifting ability. Will be handling multiple 11 kg lab fermenters.
- Must be able to work around a variety of chemical and biological materials.
- Laboratory work is generally in a climate-controlled environment.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to work non-regular schedules as needed to accommodate the timing of laboratory procedures.
- Overtime and weekend work will be required.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years' experience
- Basic math and computer skills, such as data entry, along with a high level of attention to detail
- Understanding of equipment, instrumentation, and computer applications
- High productivity and the ability to multi-task coupled with a low error rate
- Ability to read, comprehend, and follow procedures
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills within a diverse team setting
Nice-to-Have
- Associates Degree in a science related field
- Previous experience in a microbiology laboratory environment including aseptic technique is desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Position involves considerable standing in the laboratory and working with the hands and arms.
- Normal sitting, standing, walking and lifting ability. Will be handling multiple 11 kg lab fermenters.
- Must be able to work around a variety of chemical and biological materials.
- Laboratory work is generally in a climate-controlled environment.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to work non-regular schedules as needed to accommodate the timing of laboratory procedures.
- Overtime and weekend work will be required.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Last date to apply: 10/31/2022
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.