Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, our purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Central to this mission is our Research and Development team, which is dedicated to translating advanced science and cutting-edge technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. You will play a crucial role in improving patients' lives by ensuring the well-being of animals used in research and development studies. Your dedication and focus will help Pfizer achieve new milestones and make a global impact on patient care.

What You Will Achieve

The Technical Associate’s primary responsibility is to provide basic husbandry, handling, restraint and health surveillance of laboratory animals in compliance with local regulatory requirements. This individual will also provide daily record keeping of common laboratory species, their environments, and provide basic technical assistance (i.e., restraint, injections, bleeds) to other technicians and researchers. Other more specialized functions, depending on interest and aptitude may be assigned in the areas of technical and research services.

Required to work with all species across the site with assignments based on the business needs.
Perform routine animal husbandry and welfare duties as directed.
Supply appropriate food and water for animals housed in the vivarium.
Clean and provide animal housing and associated materials/equipment within assigned animal rooms.
Observe and report status of animal health, food and water consumption, appearance, behavior; provide support in animal health monitoring and basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff.
Observe and record vivarium environmental conditions
Perform sanitation duties within assigned animal rooms and vivarium areas.
Maintain and perform housekeeping of facility support areas.
Support cage wash equipment operations and maintenance.
Support research by providing basic technical services (restraint, dose administration, blood collection) to research investigators.
Take responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables, working effectively as a team member and coordinating with others.
Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.
Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe.
Identify and solve moderately routine problems.
Complete assignments with moderate supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
Weekend and holiday work required

Qualifications

Must Have

High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years of experience
Solid understanding of basic mathematics
Comprehend both written and verbal instructions effectively
Basic computer knowledge, including the use of email, online forms, web-based training
Flexibility to work a non-standard schedule
Experience in a laboratory animal setting

Nice to Have

Experience working in a pharmaceutical setting
AALAS Certification at the ALAT level or higher
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Problem-solving skills
Familiarity with animal care and welfare regulations
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

All colleagues should have functional knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, calendar management and Internet Explorer.
Colleagues should be able to use online systems such as time tracking and document management (e.g. SharePoint, Activity Tracker).
Knowledge and use of other systems based upon job function may be required.
No animal allergies and able to obtain medical clearance for respirator/fit test for respirator use.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and work standing up lifting items above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive physical activities such as pushing and pulling racks of caging, lifting bags of feed and bedding, reaching, stooping and bending.
A Functional Capacity Evaluation may be required.
Associates or bachelors Degree

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

The candidate may be required to work an altered shift and/or non-standard days- ie- Sunday to Thursday, Tuesday to Saturday.

This is an essential personnel role: Essential Personnel are defined as the staff who are required to report to their designated work location, to ensure the operation of essential functions or departments during an emergency, as determined by Pfizer, or when the business has suspended operations. There are some individuals who may be required to perform essential services remotely and those individuals will be identified in advance and notified by their supervisors, but in most cases Essential Personnel are required to be on-site during an emergency or suspension of operations.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $26.34 to $43.89 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. 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 applies only to the United States - Massachusetts - Cambridge location.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

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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.

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