Senior director medical and scientific affairs lead

Role Summary

As the US Senior Medical Director, mRNA Vaccines, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the development and execution of strategic medical and scientific activities related to the COVID-19 Vaccine and other mRNA vaccines in development The incumbent should be experienced with designing, evaluating, interpreting, summarizing, and presenting real-world evidence and will be skillful with data visualization and presentation tools to convert complex analysis into meaningful insights. In addition to the analytic component of the position, the incumbent will develop and deliver presentations, webinars, and other communication outlets, as needed. The mRNA Vaccines franchises are evolving. Growth of mRNA technology is likely to continue to be rapid for the next few years becoming a critical vaccine platform for the Vaccines BU. This position will be on the cutting edge for defining applications of this new technology at Pfizer moving forward.

Role Responsibilities

As the US Senior Medical Director, mRNA Vaccines, the incumbent will be responsible for executing US medical affairs activities. This will entail the following:

• Support the US Viral and Maternal Vaccines Lead in all aspects related to mRNA Vaccines including but not limited to the Medical and Lifecycle Plans and deliverables for mRNA vaccines.
• Lead a team who will support all aspects related to mRNA Vaccines
• Serve as a US advocate for the vaccine’s medical organization and champions MDSCA resources, needs, and priorities for the appropriate use of mRNA vaccines.
• Support successful launch and recommendations for mRNA vaccines.
• Support US strategy to evaluate potential recommendations for mRNA vaccines
• Support the US Viral & Maternal Vaccines Lead interacting with external stakeholders including ACIP.
• Partner with US Commercial leads to ensure medical/commercial alignment on key strategies, deliverables, and communication for mRNA Vaccines in the US
• Serve as the US project champion, effectively negotiating with & influencing key internal & external stakeholders
• Support Asset and MSC teams with aggregated US data aligned with the global strategy (Pfizer-sponsored and collaborative research)
• Work within a matrixed, multi-disciplinary team to foster strong Pfizer/customer professional relationships which are aligned with Pfizer Medical objectives
• Partner with Public and Corporate Affairs to expand Vaccines Medical footprint with large external stakeholders, e.g. Association of Immunization Managers, Professional Societies
• Brand Plan Development: Provide medical input into global brand strategies and tactics ensuring regional medical needs are met.
• Contribute to the integration of scientific information (epidemiology, disease burden, public health value, etc.) in the COVID-19 vaccine and mRNA assets.
• Support the execution of epidemiology and RWE studies – both field studies involving primary data collection and secondary analyses of real-world data or registries.
• Develop innovative approaches for communication modalities to address US challenges related to diseases as they apply to mRNA vaccines and therapeutics.
• Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with external partners and institutions that can collaborate with high priority US studies.
• Work with internal and external experts in statistics to analyze and interpret data from key vaccines and therapeutic epidemiology studies.
• Critique internally and externally written manuscripts/published literature.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

• MD required and 5+ years' experience in vaccines, infectious diseases, epidemiology, and/or public health
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, and proven track record of delivering high quality within timelines.
• Clinical, formulary, and/or other management experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team, maximizing the productivity of each team member
• Managed Care, pharmaceutical industry, and/or Quality Improvement
• Data Analytics and/or HEOR activities, with demonstrated strong methodological skills (study design, data analysis, and interpretation) in health services research
• Demonstrated track record of high performance and excellence
• Ability to analyze, define, and convey complex concepts
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Well-organized with the ability to be flexible, prioritize multiple demands, and effectively lead in a matrix organization.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in pharmaceutical industry
• Experience analyzing healthcare data
• Understanding of the complex business environment within the US healthcare system as well as emerging healthcare trends
  
  

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: October 30th, 2025.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally based on business needs
• NOT eligible for Relocation Package
• Eligible for employee referral bonus
• This position is hybrid and requires working onsite 2 to 3 days per week
  
  

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $242,000.00 to $403,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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 of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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