Use Your Power for Purpose
As a Senior Associate Scientist -
Empower and Computer Systems Analyst, you will be reporting to the
Global Supply Division. Every action you undertake daily at Pfizer
will have a direct and significant impact on patient health and
wellbeing. Your dedication to delivering safe, high-quality
products will drive your work and contributions to our
science-based, risk-aware, and compliant quality culture. Whether
you are engaged in development, maintenance, compliance, or
analysis through our research programs, your efforts will help us
remain adaptable, pioneering, and customer-focused in our approach.
Your role directly contributes to improving patients' lives
globally by ensuring the highest quality standards in our
operations.
The position
will support the Pfizer Sanford, NC Quality Control department by
performing QC System Administrative activities associated with the
Empower and NuGenesis applications. This position requires the
demonstrated capability to provide strategic direction to System
Administrator projects (for example, computerized system
maintenance) by defining project solution, strategies and insuring
effective implementation and delivery as part of the overall
project execution plan. Key responsibilities are performing Data
Integrity (DI) assessment projects and then executing the resulting
remediation activities (for example, System upgrade project). This
includes implementing DI control strategies (both technical and
procedural controls) in the lab and influencing the DI / Compliance
culture across the Quality Organization and troubleshooting of
connectivity issues of all types :
instrument / equipment / network / computer issues. Additional
responsibilities include providing support for lab instrument
validation activities. Also, must maintain Empower documentation
(e.g., Empower procedures). Additionally, performing change
controls for document revisions,
creating / reviewing / executing / approving activities for GMP
tasks / activities associated with maintaining compliant Quality
Control laboratories, participating in investigations of events,
acting as a change agent, and driving continuous
improvement / Operational Excellence / innovative implementations; and
support site Empower liaison with Center Empower requests.
What You Will
Achieve
In this role, you will :
Contribute to intricate projects by managing
your time effectively and developing individual project plans
within a team.
Utilize your skills and
discipline knowledge to enhance the Empower, Nugenesis, and
Validation Team’s efforts.
Recognized as a
‘go-to” person for Empower system troubleshooting and having
technical knowledge of lab data systems and the related
instrumentation used within QC.
Make informed
decisions to solve moderately complex problems, adhering to
guidelines and policies, even in ambiguous situations.
Ensure compliance with established standards
and agency guidelines for quality programs, processes, and
procedures.
Collaborate with site and off-site
Digital colleagues to troubleshoot issues and to develop and
deliver innovative solutions, best practices, and technical
guidelines.
Develop and maintain quality
assurance programs and policies to promote uniform standards and
best practices globally.
Use your judgment to
modify methods and techniques, especially in technical aspects of
injector functionality, component testing, and protocol execution.
Operate under general supervision, following
established procedures and general instructions.
Tackle loosely defined problems within the Work
Team, with your work periodically reviewed for oversight.
Mentor colleagues by reviewing their work as
necessary, under the guidance of established procedures.
Acting safely, knows and follows all EH&S
safety requirements for site and QC laboratories; leads safety
initiatives and encourages others to act safely
Receives feedback well from management and other colleagues, grows
self-utilizing feedback and takes accountability for actions and
personal development
Collaborate / independently
engage with a wide range of co-workers, customers, and management
within the Network to gather the input and background knowledge
needed to complete assignments
Consistent
correctness and accuracy in tasks, activities, decisions, and
documentation; detail-oriented behavior
Support
additional system administration related activities within QC
Laboratories such as data archival activities, equipment and
electronic system implementation and troubleshooting, maintenance
of end user accounts, equipment considerations relating to data
integrity, etc.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum
Requirements)
Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2
years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of
OR an associate's degree with 6
years of experience; OR a high school
diploma (or
equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated abilities of
US, EU, and ROW cGMP; pharmacopeias; ICH guidelines; analytical
chemistry and / or Microbiology techniques and instrumentation,
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); Electronic Quality
Management System (VeevaVaultTM application).
Strong understanding of
Quality System functions, document management, validations, and
computer systems.
Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation
skills.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office.
Adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) regulations
and company policies.
Using Empower either in a laboratory setting or a system support
setting.
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred
Requirements)
Background in administering Empower systems.
Familiarity with
electronic lab systems and their efficacy for data management.
Master's degree evidencing
a developed skill set and deeper understanding necessary for the
role.
Ability to handle
complex situations adeptly.
Effective communication
and presentation skills.
Strong problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations.
Ability to mentor and
review the work of others.
Ability to establish consensus among teams and address challenging
issues.
Dedication and
focus to enable Pfizer to reach new milestones and impact patients'
lives across the globe.
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Last Date to Apply
for Job : 9 / 25 / 2025
Referral Bonus Eligibility :
YES
Eligible for Relocation Package : NO
Work Location Assignment : On Premise
The annual base salary for this
position ranges from $80,300.00 to $133,900.00. In addition, this
position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global
Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% 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.
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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.
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Quality Assurance and Control
System Analyst • Sanford, NC, Lee County, NC; North Carolina, United States