Pharmacology Associate

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Pharmacology Associate I to join an In Vivo Pharmacology team supporting metabolic disease research. This hands-on laboratory role will focus on executing in vivo studies that contribute to obesity, metabolic, and cardiovascular disease drug discovery programs within a collaborative, cross-functional research environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to translational pharmacology studies while gaining exposure to project teams, scientific strategy, and industry-standard research practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute in vivo pharmacology studies in support of obesity, metabolic, and cardiovascular disease research programs.
• Conduct studies across multi-species platforms, including rodents, canines, and non-human primates, while adhering to institutional SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Assist with study execution, data collection, experimental procedures, and sample management.
• Conduct tissue collection and downstream tissue processing activities.
• Analyze, organize, and summarize experimental data using standard scientific software tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to support research objectives and program advancement.
• Maintain accurate experimental records, study documentation, and data integrity standards.
• Uphold the highest standards of animal welfare and regulatory compliance, including adherence to institutional IACUC protocols and applicable AAALAC, USDA, and OLAW standards.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute to continuous improvement of study workflows and technical capabilities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in pharmacology, biology, biomedical sciences, animal science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience conducting in vivo studies and working in vivarium and laboratory environments.
• Experience performing animal research procedures in rodents, including basic handling and technical procedures.
• Willingness and ability to work with large animal species, including canine and non-human primate models, with training provided as appropriate based on experimental needs.
• Strong technical laboratory skills and willingness to learn new techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in animal handling, restraint, dosing, and biospecimen collection across rodents, canines, and/or non-human primates.
• Experience supporting metabolic disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease, or related therapeutic areas.
• Prior pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or industry research experience.
• Familiarity with GraphPad Prism or similar scientific data analysis software.
• Experience supporting large-scale preclinical studies.

Work Environment

• Fully on-site position located in Groton, CT.
• Significant time spent in vivarium and laboratory settings conducting animal studies.
• Work requires adherence to PPE, biosafety, animal welfare, and institutional compliance requirements.
• Flexible start times based on study requirements, typically between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
• Occasional weekend work may be required depending on study schedules.
• Overtime eligibility may apply based on business needs.

Additional Notes

• This is a contract position.
• Contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis.
• The individual selected for this role will be an employee of Atrium (third-party payrolling partner).
• Pay Rate Range: 25 - 29 USD hourly.
• This role will be eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits Information

• Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Commuter Benefit Program