Research & Development Rotational Program Associate
About the Program
The Pfizer R&D Rotational Program is a two-year program designed to grow Pfizer's pipeline of R&D talent with promising STEM college graduates. Associates complete four 6-month job rotations in diverse R&D disciplines, gaining experience and insight into drug discovery and development from leading scientists, clinicians, statisticians, epidemiologists, and professionals. Each rotation involves meaningful assignments and projects, mentorship and coaching, and collaborative interactions to develop business acumen and technical expertise.
What We Offer
- 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
- Challenging projects and assignments
- Leadership, teamwork and networking skills
- Rotations aligned to an individual's interests and career aspirations
Types of Experiences
Laboratory and non-laboratory experiences are dependent on background and interest. Examples include:
- Assay development and analysis to discover new targets and pathways in disease areas
- Organic, analytical and medicinal chemistry
- Single cell and spatial transcriptomics for characterizing gene expression in human and animal disease tissue
- Mid-to-late-stage clinical trial design and execution
- Artificial intelligence, computational biology, and digital medicine
- Clinical development operations including project planning, regulatory operations, and data analytics
- Partnership with project teams working on early drug discovery to late-stage clinical trial work
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Computer Science or Data Science)
- Strong academic performance (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
- Immediate authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent or indefinitely renewable duration without Pfizer's sponsorship
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
Pay & Benefits
- Annual base salary: $60,200.00 to $100,400.00
- Eligible for Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of base salary
- 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
- Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
- Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Schedule & Location
- Work Location Assignment: On Premise (5 days per week in office)
- Colleagues will complete a minimum of 2 laboratory rotations that will vary based on skills and expertise
- Relocation available (Early Talent Relo Package)
- Last Date to Apply: September 11th, 2026
Application Requirements
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. Your response must include: what made the situation challenging and how you approached it; the impact of your actions on yourself or others; and how the experience influenced your growth, perspective, or approach to collaboration in STEM. This statement must be your original work and does not rely on or based on any work product that uses any form of Artificial Intelligence.
Additionally, submit an updated resume with your graduation year and GPA clearly captured.