Sr Principal Scientist, Drug Product Analytics, Analytical R&D

Sandwich, Kent
Pfizer

Analytical Research and Development (ARD), at Pfizer R&D in Sandwich, UK, plays a critical role in the research and development of new medicines in Pfizer’s exciting small molecule portfolio by providing the process technology and analytical support for the development and manufacture of medicines at all phases of clinical development. We are seeking an experienced scientist with excellent people skills and well-established project management credentials who is keen to learn more and join our dynamic and highly talented Analytical Research and Development group in Sandwich.

You will have a proven track record in pharmaceutical development from an analytical chemistry or formulation science background, and will support Pfizer’s Pharmaceutical Sciences Small Molecule portfolio through matrix or direct leadership of analytical scientists supporting projects in development. Use your experience & broad knowledge of pharmaceutical R&D to guide teams in developing effective tools to characterise drug products and develop control strategies appropriate for clinical development and commercialisation of potential small molecule breakthrough medicines. Work in cross-functional project teams and collaborate with colleagues from across our global organisation. Please note this is a non-exhaustive job description, details:

• Guide a team of scientists in R&D drug product activities associated with novel, innovative, breakthrough medicines currently in clinical development, including treatments for Covid-19, rare infectious disease, cancer and other life-threatening conditions.
• Apply extensive knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical development to guide the development of robust analytical technologies and control strategies.
• Provide exemplary support to projects through all phases of clinical development through to commercial approval.

Qualifications

• Honours/Masters degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy or related discipline with a high degree classification (e.g. equivalent of U.K. 1st or 2nd class).
• PhD degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy or related field is desirable but not essential.