Lead adipose metabolism research to identify and validate targets for obesity therapeutics. Design and execute in vivo and in vitro experiments, culture murine and human adipocytes, analyze and communicate results to drug discovery teams, mentor junior scientists, maintain electronic records, publish findings, and present to internal and external stakeholders.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, dedicated to translating advanced science and innovative technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. In this role, you will be at the forefront of this effort, ensuring that our daily activities align with our unwavering commitment to quality. Your work will accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally, fulfilling Pfizer's commitment to making a meaningful difference in healthcare.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Internal Medicine Research Unit (IMRU) at Pfizer is seeking a PhD biologist with 2-5 years of postdoctoral experience and expertise in adipose metabolism and obesity for a Senior Scientist position. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of adipose metabolism, physiology and biology, as well as the impact of obesity on normal adipose tissue metabolic functions. Responsibilities include designing and executing both in vivo and in vitro experimentation, culturing murine and human adipocytes, and effectively interpreting and communicating results to multidisciplinary drug discovery teams. In addition to supporting drug discovery initiatives, candidates are encouraged to publish in high-impact journals and present their research findings at external meetings. The successful candidate will collaborate daily with a team of innovative scientists within a supportive environment that promotes rigorous scientific inquiry and professional growth in drug development. Strong self-motivation, exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively are essential requirements.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,600.00 to $151,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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.
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.
Research and Development
At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, dedicated to translating advanced science and innovative technologies into impactful therapies and vaccines. In this role, you will be at the forefront of this effort, ensuring that our daily activities align with our unwavering commitment to quality. Your work will accelerate the delivery of best-in-class medicines to patients globally, fulfilling Pfizer's commitment to making a meaningful difference in healthcare.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Internal Medicine Research Unit (IMRU) at Pfizer is seeking a PhD biologist with 2-5 years of postdoctoral experience and expertise in adipose metabolism and obesity for a Senior Scientist position. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of adipose metabolism, physiology and biology, as well as the impact of obesity on normal adipose tissue metabolic functions. Responsibilities include designing and executing both in vivo and in vitro experimentation, culturing murine and human adipocytes, and effectively interpreting and communicating results to multidisciplinary drug discovery teams. In addition to supporting drug discovery initiatives, candidates are encouraged to publish in high-impact journals and present their research findings at external meetings. The successful candidate will collaborate daily with a team of innovative scientists within a supportive environment that promotes rigorous scientific inquiry and professional growth in drug development. Strong self-motivation, exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively are essential requirements.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Apply creative thinking and scientific expertise to identify and validate therapeutic targets for improving weight loss and adipose tissue function.
- Conceptualize, design and execute in vivo and in vitro experiments to support target discovery and active drug programs.
- Maintain awareness of 'cutting edge' scientific and technical developments in adipose research and implement them when needed to advance portfolio programs.
- Participate as a member of diverse scientific drug discovery teams to provide adipose and obesity expertise.
- Mentor junior scientists to develop skills essential to the execution of rigorous scientific research
- Maintain accurate and timely records of experimentation in electronic notebooks and internal systems.
- Build and facilitate collaborations with partners in the academic scientific community, as well as within the Pfizer network of scientists.
- Present research findings to Pfizer colleagues and the scientific community through publication in peer-reviewed journals and talks and posters at scientific meetings.
- Present and represent research programs to Pfizer leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications:
- PhD with postdoctoral training in metabolic disease research primarily focused on adipose metabolism and physiology.
- Successful record of scientific accomplishments as indicated by scientific publications and presentations at scientific conferences.
- Deep expertise in adipose metabolism and cellular signaling pathways.
- Ability to contribute to multiple projects in parallel with learning agility and scientific rigor.
- Demonstrated ability to review critically available data and to think creatively in formulating novel hypotheses.
- Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting with scientists working in other disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with isotopic and radioactive tracer study design, execution and interpretation.
- Previous experience with adipose inflammation and fibrosis.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,600.00 to $151,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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.
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.
Research and Development
Top Skills
In Vivo Experiments,In Vitro Experiments,Murine Adipocyte Culture,Human Adipocyte Culture,Isotopic Tracer Studies,Radioactive Tracer Studies,Electronic Lab Notebooks,Cell Culture
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