Senior Manager, Lab Robotics and Automation-Vaccines Research and Development

ROLE SUMMARY The Clinical Immunology and Diagnostics (CID) Team resides within Research & Development’s Vaccines division. CID’s mission is to develop, validate and maintain various immunoassays to support both pre-clinical and clinical vaccine studies. This laboratory-based position manages assay support functions within the Robotics and Automation Team. Job responsibilities include: (i) managerial oversight over laboratory automation process development efforts for existing equipment, (ii) managerial oversight over the evaluation and/or implementation of new technologies within the Robotics and Automation group and within other groups in Vaccines (iii) managerial oversight over equipment qualification and method validation; (iv) forecasting short- and long-term project requirements, (v) assuring appropriate levels of GxP compliance, including documentation practices, specimen/data tracking, and audit readiness; (vi) maintaining and promoting laboratory safety and compliance and (vii) coaching and development of direct reports. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Manages all phases of laboratory automation process development efforts from conception through implementation and validation, in support of Vaccines clinical trials. In conjunction with assay support and equipment management functions within the Robotics and Automation group, ensures that the proper resources, both human and equipment, are in place to support the various programs. Leverages broad technical knowledge to evaluate new technologies, shares expertise throughout Vaccines, and determine the best course of action. Maintains oversight of other required activities, including but not limited to robotic method wet run testing, instrument and method qualification. Regularly communicates with both CID leadership and assay groups in order to assess short- and long-term needs to supporting clinical testing, both the preparation of assay ready plates and execution of the assays. Prioritizes the scheduling of work according to the requirements set forth by CID leadership. Ensures that all work is performed safely; and regulated tasks/activities are performed in compliance with GxP and Pfizer/Regulatory agency requirements. Manages the team’s performance and development. Assists direct reports with setting their semester goals and creating a personal development plan. Provides regular coaching to colleagues. Conducts regular performance discussions and year-end performance appraisals. Manages a team of 5 to 10 direct reports. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BEng/BS with 6+ years of industry experience, MEng/MS with 5+ years of industry experience or PhD with 1+ years of industry experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with 2+ years of people management experience. Proven ability to lead complex projects and to assign resources to meet project timelines. Prior experience in a high throughput setting with process development experience. Significant hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting robotic liquid handlers (Agilent, Hamilton, Tecan) is required for this role. Additional experience with other laboratory automation equipment (robotic arm, plate reader/sealer/washer, automated incubator). Proven ability to perform basic analyses of laboratory data and interpret the results. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 7 + years of hands-on experience with laboratory automation and 4 + years of people management experience. Experience with GxP regulations, including instrument qualification (IQ/OQ) and method validation (PQ). Experience with immunoassays and vaccine clinical testing. Experience with microfluidics and/or other emerging low volume liquid handling technologies. Experience with programming languages, such as Python, R and/or JavaScript. Experience with the use of liquid handler scheduling software. Experience with the use of a laboratory information management system (LIMS). Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Work is primarily performed at the laboratory bench or at an office desk using a computer. The job involves lifting relatively light loads, generally not more than 10 pounds. NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS This position may require weekend and evening work to meet critical business timelines. This position may require occasional travel to scientific meetings, between Pfizer sites and other business-related travel.

Salary : $135,000 - $225,000