• Participate in the design and execution of experiments to identify key cellular processes and proteins required for drug delivery.
• Design, synthesize, and test proof-of-concept molecules that leverage the pathway to deliver molecules with therapeutic potential.
• Apply working knowledge of synthetic chemistry and basic cell biology to efficiently execute experimental plans.
• Organize, interpret, and analyze data, and identify areas where key knowledge is lacking.
• Proactively seek out new information and experimental approaches in the literature and incorporate this into the scientific hypotheses and experimental plans.
• Effectively communicate data and results at internal and external meetings/conferences.
• Produce high impact publications in peer reviewed journals.

• Recent Ph.D. in chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, cell biology, or a related field.
• Successful record of scientific accomplishments evidenced by scientific publications and/or presentations with at least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• Willingness to make a minimum 2-year commitment
• No more than 2 years of post-degree experience.
• Experience in the design, synthesis and application of chemical probes for the interrogation or modulation of biological systems.
• Experience with cell biology techniques such as cell culture, plate-based assays, and measurements of DNA/RNA/protein.
• Familiarity with genetic perturbation methods such as CRISPR or RNAi.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to learn new technical and analytical skills as needed to achieve experimental aims.
• Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills.

• Background in cancer biology is preferred.

• Must have work authorization in the US.
• Work Location Assignment: On Premise. On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,900.00 to $101,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. 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. Research and Development