Independently performs quality control of anatomic and clinical pathology data, specimens, and reports in a GLP environment. Supports necropsy and histology procedures, validates complex pathology methods, maintains regulatory compliance, contributes to controlled documents and publication data integrity, trains colleagues, and assists with scheduling and reporting. The role requires strong scientific, organizational, communication, and quality-control expertise, with proficiency in relevant office, statistical, database, and scripting tools.
Use Your Power for Purpose
Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. At the core of this mission is Research and Development, where we strive to transform advanced science and technologies into the most impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, you will leverage cutting-edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and deliver top-tier medicines to patients globally.
Through their expert knowledge in anatomic and/or clinical pathology techniques and processes, the Global Pathology Quality Control Scientist will primarily and independently conduct all aspects of Quality Control of anatomic and/or clinical pathology data, specimens and reports.
Based on their qualification, they may also flex to independently perform all aspects of rodent and non-rodent routine necropsy and/or histology procedures to support investigative, exploratory, and regulatory studies of high complexity.
They will independently support, develop, trouble-shoot and validate new procedures and technologies of high complexity in the field of anatomic and/or clinical pathology.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
sitting, standing, walking, ability to lift 20 lbs.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $79,400.00 to $132,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
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. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers .
Research and Development
Pfizer's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. At the core of this mission is Research and Development, where we strive to transform advanced science and technologies into the most impactful therapies and vaccines. Whether you are involved in discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy, or supporting clinical trials, you will leverage cutting-edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and deliver top-tier medicines to patients globally.
Through their expert knowledge in anatomic and/or clinical pathology techniques and processes, the Global Pathology Quality Control Scientist will primarily and independently conduct all aspects of Quality Control of anatomic and/or clinical pathology data, specimens and reports.
Based on their qualification, they may also flex to independently perform all aspects of rodent and non-rodent routine necropsy and/or histology procedures to support investigative, exploratory, and regulatory studies of high complexity.
They will independently support, develop, trouble-shoot and validate new procedures and technologies of high complexity in the field of anatomic and/or clinical pathology.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
- Perform all regulatory responsibilities in compliance with applicable regulatory standards including Good Laboratory Practices and animal welfare regulations.
- Perform Quality Control of anatomic and/or clinical pathology data, specimens and reports independently
- Adheres to all study report timelines
- Based on their qualifications, may flex to support necropsy, histology of exploratory, regulatory and investigative studies
- Contribute to laboratory procedures and Controlled Documents
- Contribute to DSRD publication data integrity Quality Control
- Interact with and train individuals
- Contribute to pathology scheduling tasks
- Independently develop, refine, document methods/processes/reporting for assays of high complexity in the field of anatomic and/or clinical pathology (e.g. new sampling methods, non-standard endpoints) based on their scientific knowledge
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- Bachelor's Degree biology or a related field with at least 6 years of experience or a Master's Degree with at least 4 years of experience
- ≥ 3 years in GLP environment
- ≥ 2 years relevant experience in quality control
- Exceptional communication skills
- Strong organizational change management abilities
- Proficiency in Word, TEAMS, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and relevant scientific software
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
- HT (ASCP) certification
- Master's degree (MS) with over 4 years of relevant experience
- Strong understanding and adherence to regulatory guidelines
- Proficiency in VBA, .NET, SAS, SQL Server, Oracle, and MS Access
- Scripting capabilities
- Experience in a research laboratory setting
- 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
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
sitting, standing, walking, ability to lift 20 lbs.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $79,400.00 to $132,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
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. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers .
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