# Associate Research Fellow **Company**: Pfizer **Location**: California - San Diego **Work arrangement**: onsite **Experience**: senior **Job type**: full-time **Salary**: $162,900.00 to $271,500.00 **Category**: Research **Industry**: Healthcare **Apply**: https://pfizer.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PfizerCareers/job/United-States---California---San-Diego/Associate-Research-Fellow--Early-Formulation-Science---Drug-Delivery_4966387-1?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply **Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_760b7ecd-3ba ## Description The Associate Research Fellow position is a strong scientific and leadership role within the Early Formulation Science and Drug Delivery (EFS-DD) group. The selected candidate will interface with multi-disciplinary research project teams and cross-functional management, advance both portfolio deliverables and scientific initiatives with deep science and strategic thought, and provide guidance and mentorship to other scientists. **Key Responsibilities/Abilities Include:** - Strong fundamental understanding of the concepts and connectivity of molecular structure, solid form, dissolution kinetics, thermodynamics, diffusion/permeation behaviour, etc, and the ability to apply this knowledge to the design and development of formulations. - Efficient application of existing advanced modelling and simulation tools for predictive performance of oral absorption and systemic exposure (pharmacokinetics) in pre-clinical and clinical studies. - Leadership of matrix teams of scientists across multiple levels to deliver portfolio and initiative breakthroughs. - Leadership of scientific strategy and direction for advances in oral, small molecule drug delivery through interaction with organisational thought leaders and cross-functional management. - Conduct novel scientific research and present significant findings via internal and external presentations or publications. **Basic Qualifications** - PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry or related discipline with 15+ years relevant experience in industry after degree/post-doc, or BS/MS in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry or related discipline with a minimum of 20 years relevant pharmaceutics industry experience in small molecule drug product design. - Small molecule Formulation, Materials Science, and/or early Biopharmaceutics background, and a strong record of scientific achievement. - Experience in using and interpreting biophysical modelling, physicochemical (solubility & dissolution) and biological (passive, transporter mediated, efflux) transport phenomena, design, interpretation, and use of in vitro experiments, and interpretation of pre-clinical exposure data for the design and selection of new small molecule drug candidates and drug delivery systems. - Motivation to learn and implement new technologies and concepts. - A strong interest in leadership. - Extensive practical experience working within cross-disciplinary teams and achieving results in a matrix environment. - Excellent organisational and communication (oral and written) skills. - The ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively. - Proven track record of supervising, mentoring and coaching scientists. - Understanding of drug discovery and development concepts. - Experience in actively developing and advancing scientific initiatives and external collaborations. - Collaborative and effective partnering skills applied in a complex, multi-disciplinary organisation. **Physical/Mental Requirements** - Physical requirements include sitting, standing, performing laboratory tasks. - Mental requirements include performing data analysis, strategic thinking/planning. **Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel or Environment Requirements** - Occasional travel or non-standard hours may be required. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $162,900.00 to $271,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share-based long-term incentive programme. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programmes 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. ## Skills ### Required - Pharmaceutics - Pharmaceutical Sciences - Physical Chemistry - Biophysical Chemistry - Materials Science - Biopharmaceutics - Modelling and Simulation --- Source: [Apply at pfizer.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com](https://pfizer.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PfizerCareers/job/United-States---California---San-Diego/Associate-Research-Fellow--Early-Formulation-Science---Drug-Delivery_4966387-1?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply)