Laboratory Analyst (Medical Technologist)

SUMMARY   Working independently, you will be responsible for performing routine and special clinical laboratory testing using automated, semi-automated and/or manual methods and equipment, and coordinating and organizing assigned laboratory sections (including Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunoassay, Coagulation and Biomarkers).  Your responsibilities will also include quality control, assisting in the validation of new assays/instrumentation, new employee training/mentoring, documentation of data collection and other experiments, serving as a back-up to instrument key operators, performing instrument calibrations, maintenance, reagent inventory and sample processing. You will serve as a back-up for pharmacokinetic biospecimen processing and sample shipping as required.

Performs routine and special clinical chemistry, hematological, coagulation, urinalysis, immunological and other tests according to the Standard Operating Procedures.  Performs all quality control checks (monitor trends) on instruments, reagents, and techniques, maintains quality control and calibration data.  Maintains the inventory of and order laboratory supplies including notifying instrument key operators of upcoming reagent/supply needs.  Perform data entry and monitor laboratory information system (LIS).  Be flexible with the schedule to cover inadvertent times that subjects/volunteers arrive for visits, check-ins, and discharges late.  Utilize PIMS, Cerner and/or electronic notebooks for processing samples.  Assist the Laboratory Quality Coordinator with preparation for Internal audits and CLIA, COLA or CAP audits.  May cover off hours PK sample processing as needed.  Rotate though  Specimen Processor functions as needed.

Associate's degree in Medical Technology and MLT or MT certification   Minimum of 2 years of relevant laboratory work experience in a pharmaceutical, hospital, or medical research environment  Hands-on experience with computers and laboratory data handling acquisition systems and knowledge of associated issues/risks  Proficient with Word applications.  Strong customer facing communication skills  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical or biological science with the following educational requirements  that meet CLIA 88 standards for high complexity laboratories:  ---16 semester hours of biology courses, which are pertinent to medical sciences.  ---16 semester hours of chemistry (at least 6 hours of Inorganic Chemistry)  --- 3 semester hours of math  Knowledge of pharmaceutical clinical research operations/trials or experience in a clinical trials environment.  Working knowledge of GxP, GCP, CAP and CLIA regulations PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS May require long period of standing. NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS May require coverage during off hours in specimen processing. Work Location: On Premise 
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. 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