Senior Associate Scientist, Investigations and Compliance Specialist

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. As an Investigations and Compliance Specialist, you will be at the forefront of this mission, working within our Research & Development division. Your role will be pivotal in translating advanced science and technologies into therapies and vaccines that matter most. By leveraging cutting-edge design and process development capabilities, you will help accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally, ultimately improving their lives.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Author high quality and timely investigations within the Pfizer quality systems
• Ensure investigations are conducted in strict adherence to appropriate quality and compliance standards
• Promote adherence to root cause analysis and human error reduction tools
• Support internal and external audits and inspections, including coordination of audit requests and responses
• Perform global procedure compliance assessments
• Regularly and proactively review compendia and regulatory requirements
• Be a proactive member of internal quality forums
• Analyze data from investigations, audits, and inspections to identify, recommend, and implement improvements
• Choose between alternatives to solve moderately complex problems and follow procedures with general instructions
• Contribute to the achievement of immediate work group goals and collaborate with other team members
• Prioritize work to meet project deadlines and ensure participation and contribution as a team member

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements):

• BA/BS in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field with at least 3 years of experience in a GMP microbiology laboratory, or MBA/MS with one or more years of experience
• Advanced technical writing skills
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Experience in Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environments
• Experience with GMP microbiology investigation processes
• Experience with laboratory data systems such as LIMS, eQMS, and GDMS
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and leaders as part of cross-site, multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to extract relevant information from scientific literature
• Ability to self-manage timelines and deliverables
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail
• 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.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):

• Investigation writing experience
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on limited options
• Initiative and proactive approach to tasks and projects
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• 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

Other Job Details:

• Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
• Last Day To Apply: November 4th

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. 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.


This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview.



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.

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