The posting
The Chemistry Sourcing Lead, External Research Solutions will work alongside the local/global chemistry leaders/RPLs/SMTs/client groups to ensure effective utilization of the external resources for RU-based programs. This role will provide operational/logistics support for the assigned RU across Med Design. This role will support integration of compounds and data from collaborators/CROs/Pfizer subsidiaries.
This colleague will collaborate with ERS staff locally/globally to oversee chemistry sourcing activities (FFS/FTE/milestones/external collaborations) and guide chemistry teams on sourcing capabilities, and to share best practices across RU as a member of the global ERS community. You will serve as the primary link of the chemistry lines on issues related to external sourcing capabilities, operational enablement and to ensure alignment of the global resources against RU needs.
This colleague will interface will multiple divisions and Operation groups to enable effective and efficient process for sourcing to integrate services from CROs. As needed, to work in partnership with RU Chemistry, PSSM-CRD and SMTs to support their sourcing needs. Working with CROs as the interface to facilitate communication, productivity enablement and operation efficiency and as needed, will support the alliance management of key technologies to support Med Design collaborations (academics/biotech)
RU Chemistry Support and integration of collaborations
- Ensure optimal use of external resources against local RU project portfolio to ensure delivery of the portfolio
- Provide some knowledge and advice through collaboration with the local Chemistry team; responsible for assessing business need for Chemistry Sourcing for the RU and delivering against those needs with the available resources
- Work with RU chemistry LT to support changes in Chemistry outsourcing staffing paradigms to fully leverage external resources
- Prime interface between CROs serving RU chemists; helping with chemistry issue resolution, IP protection, communication, IT tool support, data integration to and from the Pfizer systems
- Ensure smooth processes are in place for outsourcing compound synthesis (project initiation, maintenance and wind-down)
- Ensure optimal communication process/problem solving and win-win situation for external CRO to/from PFE
- Ensure that vendor metrics are tracked and evaluated and adjusted by continuous improvement go be able to gain optimal ROI from our external chemistry collaboration
- Work with digital, ERS members to ensure a smooth process for integration of compounds and data into Pfizer database
- Liaise effectively with customers and stakeholders to ensure they have realistic expectations of the contracting process, external providers and the contracting environment and provide data and status information to enable enhanced resource utilization
- Deliver appropriate training to customers / stakeholders (internal and external)
- Support implementation of sourcing tools and processes at a local level to best support and improve outsourcing management and supplier management practices; ensure tools, process and systems are adequate to deliver specific Chemistry-focused needs.
- Interfacing with vendors and project management with CRO chemists and project managers
- Monitor vendor productivity with regular assessments
- Provide input and support into global ERS group initiatives as appropriate.
- Support RU-based chemists for logistical support regarding the management and oversight of external Chemistry resources (FTE, FFS, etc.) assigned for the RU.
- Work with Synthesis leader to understand RU’s portfolio needs (project, stages) and interface with the project team to help integrate chemistry sourcing for the RU
- Participate in process improvement and harmonization of ERS Chemistry members through best practice sharing and process innovation.
- Support a single or multiple RU chemistry sourcing management on all of the above.
- May participate in working group/steering committee/affinity group for chemistry partners.
- Support sourcing of physical chemical property measurements including logistic/data support and vendor management (work across RU if needed)
- Be able to work collaboratively and effectively with other members of the ERS local and global groups ERS/Business and Research operations group/Biology ERS to ensure good cross communication/learnings and process optimization to serve the chemistry clients.
- Learn the SMT sourcing support process.
Basic Qualifications
Strong background in Synthetic or Medicinal Chemistry is required
(PhD in Chemistry with 0-3 years of industrial experience or MS with 7+ years of industrial experience or BS with 9+ years of industrial experience)
Synthesis or Med Chem or drug discovery experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-matrix organization
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer focused and solution oriented
Be able to handle different types of responsibilities and multi-task efficiently
Strong computer skills
Be adaptable to work in a multi-cultural environment
Have demonstrated application of continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a chemistry lead/Synthesis POC/RPL in Med Chem
Understanding of the research and discovery process for SM/ADC projects
Experience managing Chemistry outsourcing and interacting with external vendors
Experience across multiple RU, either as a leader (preferred) or participant
Experience in compound management workflows
Experience with Chemistry sourcing, preferably analog prep, scale-up or parallel chemistry, analytical chemistry, structural biology sourcing
Primary interfaces:
Med Design Teams, RPLs, Chemistry and Biology leads, RU Chemistry leads, SMTs (as needed)
Global ERS colleagues
Local project teams
Functional lines
CRO, Academics, Legal, Finance, Procurement, Business Development, and other lines (as needed)
This is a site based position: Resides at Torrey Heights Pfizer site in San Diego, CA and work globally across RU/Med Design Lines
Less than 10% travel to support business initiatives
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,600.00 to $156,000.00. 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.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
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