Research & Development Rotational Program Associate

About the role

The Pfizer R&D Rotational Program is designed to grow Pfizer's pipeline of R&D talent with promising science, technology, and math (STEM) college graduates. It offers graduates hands-on experience and insight into drug discovery and development from leading scientists, clinicians, statisticians, epidemiologists, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience and insight into drug discovery and development from leading scientists, clinicians, statisticians, epidemiologists, and professionals.
• Bridge from student to industry professional, or into an advanced-degree program.
• Participate in challenging projects and assignments.
• Collaborate with project teams working on early drug discovery to late-stage clinical trial work.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed Pfizer Futures Internship in 2026.
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Computer Science or Data Science).
• Minimum 3.3 GPA.
• No more than 2 years of continuous work experience after graduation.
• Willingness to make a 2-year commitment to the program.
• Commitment to participate in program activities.

Qualifications

• Must-have qualifications: Successfully completed Pfizer Futures Internship in 2026, Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, minimum 3.3 GPA, no more than 2 years of continuous work experience after graduation, willingness to make a 2-year commitment to the program, and commitment to participate in program activities.
• Nice-to-have qualifications: Willingness to contribute fresh and innovative ideas, technological aptitude, demonstrated experience to quickly learn new skills, adapt and change, seizes accountability, self-starter, team-oriented, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Skills

Strong focus on all aspects of drug discovery and development, including early research, mid to late-stage clinical development and operations, regulatory planning, and business support.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to support each of life’s moments.
• Includes 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.

Pay

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60,200.00 to $100,400.00. 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.

Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring a 5-day workweek.

Application

To apply, submit a brief personal statement (no more than 500 words) describing a time when you faced adversity in your STEM journey, and/or how you’ve supported others from different groups who may have encountered similar challenges. Include your updated resume with your graduation year and GPA clearly captured. The statement must be the applicant’s original work and does not rely on, nor based on any work product that uses any form of Artificial Intelligence. Please note this statement must be attached before finalizing your application, you will not be able to edit your application afterwards.

Other Job Details

• Colleagues will complete a minimum of 2 laboratory rotations that will vary based on skills and expertise.
• Work Location Assignment: On Premise. On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it’s needed to connect and innovate with their team face-to-face. Colleagues will be expected to come into the office 5 days a week.
• Last Date to Apply for Job: July 17, 2026.
• Relocation available-Early Talent Relo Package.