Biopharmaceutics Scientist Sandwich, England
Pfizer
Full Time
Sandwich, England
34262 - 50375 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Role Summary
Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies that matter most. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
An essential component of Pfizer at Sandwich, our Pharmaceutical Sciences function assists Pfizer’s early to late-stage portfolio translating new chemical entities into commercial drug products. Pharmaceutical Sciences at Sandwich is a fully integrated CMC capability that encompasses state-of-the-art active pharmaceutical ingredient synthesis and drug product design as well as a cGMP manufacturing and clinical trials supply chain. Within Pharmaceutical Sciences, the Drug Product Design department utilises expertise in materials science, formulation design and process understanding to deliver innovative new medicines.
We are seeking a scientist to work in a team of research and technical staff with a specific emphasis on characterising the biopharmaceutics properties of solid oral drug products for the global market.
You will predominantly be involved in a ‘hands-on’ role, working on assigned work packages focusing on dosage form performance characterization to inform drug product design. With appropriate training, you will conduct solubility and intrinsic dissolution studies, biorelevant dissolution testing including TIM-1 gastrointestinal simulator, USP Apparatus testing (USP 1, 2, 3 and 4) and Artificial Stomach Duodenum studies. The role will involve generating and delivering high-quality work and data to enable the timely progression of drug product development projects in Pfizer’s portfolio. You will be expected to thrive in a team environment and react to unforeseen changes flexibly, quickly and calmly.
The position will involve a combination of laboratory experimental work, documentation, and interaction with project teams and vendors. You will benefit from the mentorship of subject matter experts, where your existing knowledge and experience will be enhanced through engagement in a program of active learning and training tailored to accelerate your contribution to the diverse business of DPD. Additionally, you will work closely with cross-functional groups such as Analytical and Regulatory CMC.
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture that encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent, and enables everyone to be their best working self. We believe that a diverse and complete workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. dedicated, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Role Responsibilities:
- Develop and validate LC methodology for analysing small molecules in complex biorelevant matrices.
- Perform dissolution studies with drug products using a range of dissolution technologies
- Undertake high-quality scientific experimentation independently or as part of a team to assist project teams in decision-making process.
- Review other colleagues’ scientific data in an electronic laboratory notebook according to the best practice.
- Develop and maintain a contemporary in-depth realisation of the innovative science and technology used to characterise the biopharmaceutical performance of oral dosage forms.
- Ensure accurate, timely entries are made in the electronic laboratory notebook system according to accepted good practice.
- With project team members evaluate, interpret, and report results.
- Author technical reports and contribute to regulatory submissions as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with appropriate documentation (SOPs, instruction manuals, risk assessments, etc.) so that all experimental activities are conducted in accordance with approved safety and quality procedures.
- Ensure safe working practices are followed and maintained, both in own and others’ work.
Qualifications:
- Graduate in pharmaceutical or allied sciences i.e. a degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science/technology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or life sciences.
- Practical experience in a pharmaceutical setting which may include general laboratory procedures, drug product characterisation techniques, and formulation development is beneficial.
- Evidence of consistently high-quality performance.
Work Location Assignment: Flexible
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
Research and Development
Pfizer
www.pfizer.com
New York, United States
Albert Bourla
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
1849
