Senior Associate Scientist – Pfizer – Chennai

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September 2, 2025

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About the job

  • Educational Qualification & Work Experience
Senior Associate Scientist - Pfizer - Chennai

Preferred Qualification

M.Sc. Chemistry / M. Pharm

Preferred Years Of Experience

3 – 7 yrs.

Experience Profile Required

We are seeking a highly skilled Analytical Scientist to join our Analytical development team. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in analytical chemistry, with demonstrated proficiency in HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, UV, FTIR, and related techniques. The candidate should have a deep understanding of cGMP, GDP, and regulatory standards, along with strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and lead scientific initiatives. The Senior Analytical Scientist will play a pivotal role in advancing scientific excellence and operational effectiveness, contributing directly to the organization’s scientific goals.

  • Job Role (Describe the primary purpose, objective and/or function of this job)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute experiments.
  • Operate various analytical instruments (HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, UV, FTIR etc.).
  • Contributes to scientific problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making.
  • Drives innovation and scientific excellence in laboratory operations and projects.
  • Leads scientific initiatives, manages projects, and prioritizes tasks for project teams.
  • Acts as a pivotal influence in strategic decisions impacting the direction and success of project teams.
  • Job Description – Responsibilities & Duties (The personnel must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities))
  • Manage laboratory activities with in-depth knowledge of daily operations and verify assigned tasks for accuracy and compliance.
  • Demonstrate significant hands-on experience with analytical equipment such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, UV, FTIR, and other advanced instruments.
  • Possess a strong background in analytical method development, validation and transfer.
  • Carry out peer reviews of colleagues’ work, ensuring scientific rigor and data integrity.
  • Act as a technical resource and provide expert consultation within the work group or project team.
  • Develop and implement novel processes or hypotheses, frequently using new ideas and knowledge to solve complex problems.
  • Manage projects, prioritizing activities, evaluating resource use, and making insightful, timely decisions that may impact the entire work group or project team.
  • Propose mitigation and contingency plans in anticipation of potential changes or risks within projects.
  • Receive instructions primarily for unusual or complex problems; otherwise, perform activities under limited supervision with periodic review.
  • Identify and devise initiatives, align action plans, and drive scientific activities/projects to support group or project team goals.
  • Understand and apply industry-specific standards and regulations, including cGMP, Environmental, Health, and Safety guidelines.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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