PHARMAFull-time
Associate Manager-Investigation
VIZAG (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 9/6/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONPFIZERBiopharmaceutical / Healthcare
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Responsibilities
Investigate quality issues arising within manufacturing operations and quality laboratories.
Examine deviations, out-of-specification results, atypical results, and related investigations.
Identify root causes and recommend effective corrective action plans.
Ensure investigation reports comply with applicable regulatory requirements and Pfizer company policies.
Contribute to moderately complex projects while independently managing time and priorities to meet targets.
Develop plans for short-term work activities within a collaborative team environment.
Apply relevant professional skills and discipline knowledge to assigned Work Team activities.
Make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems in standard situations.
Work under supervision while following established procedures and general instructions.
Periodically review completed work and may review colleagues' work in a mentoring capacity.
Technical & Domain Expertise
Pharmaceutical industry experience is required.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing, compliance, technology investigations, processes, and systems.
Experience with quality investigations and investigation methodology is preferred.
Strong Excel and computer skills are required.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards is preferred.
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action plans is preferred.
Qualifications & Experience
MBA/MS or associate's degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience; OR
High school diploma/equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Master's degree is preferred.
Problem Solving & Collaboration
Demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain strong organizational skills.
Apply analytical and critical-thinking skills to investigation activities.
Leadership & Mentoring
May review the work of other colleagues.
Mentor and guide junior colleagues when required.
Foster a collaborative team environment through strong interpersonal skills.
Digital & AI Skills
Familiarity with common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, is preferred.
Use AI tools responsibly to support problem solving and productivity.
Demonstrate curiosity about improving outcomes through AI while understanding responsible-AI practices, risk management, and ethical use.
Work Location
Work Location Assignment: On Premise.
Full-time position based in India - Vizag.
Pfizer states that it is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable equal-employment-opportunity legislation.
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
Pharmaceutical Industry
Quality Investigations
Manufacturing
Quality Compliance
Deviations
Out-of-Specification Investigations
Atypical Investigations
Root Cause Analysis
Corrective Action Plans
Regulatory Requirements
Quality Standards
Investigation Methodology
Excel
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
No salary range is disclosed in the provided Pfizer posting. Compensation should therefore not be treated as a confirmed figure. Given the Associate Manager level and the minimum experience requirements of 6-8+ years depending on qualification, compensation would generally be aligned with experienced pharmaceutical quality professionals, but no specific salary, bonus, or benefits figures are stated in the source.
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation. It is dedicated to the discovery, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of medicines and vaccines worldwide. The company focuses on breakthrough science to deliver innovative treatments across various therapeutic areas to improve health outcomes.
TEAM SIZE: 80,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Biopharmaceutical / Healthcare
EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP
The role provides a progression path within pharmaceutical quality and investigation functions toward senior investigation, quality assurance, quality systems, compliance, manufacturing quality, and people-management responsibilities. Its exposure to deviations, OOS investigations, root-cause analysis, CAPA, regulatory compliance, and mentoring can support broader quality leadership opportunities in pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory environments.
APPLICATION ADVISORY
Highlight pharmaceutical-industry investigation experience, manufacturing and laboratory quality exposure, deviation/OOS investigation work, root-cause analysis, CAPA development, regulatory compliance, and strong Excel skills. Demonstrate examples of independently resolving moderately complex quality problems, preparing compliant investigation reports, managing multiple investigations, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams. If applicable, include experience with investigation methodologies, mentoring, and responsible use of ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot for productivity and problem solving.
RECOMMENDED TRAINING
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