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Pfizer · 10 hours ago

Head of Clinical Excellence & Innovation - Inflammation & Immunology

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$309K/yr - $514K/yr

10+ years exp

Pfizer is a leading pharmaceutical company seeking a Head of Clinical Excellence & Innovation in Inflammation & Immunology. This pivotal role involves driving clinical innovation and excellence, overseeing clinical programs, and leading a team of physicians and clinical scientists to enhance drug development through strategic oversight and the integration of advanced technologies.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine

No H1B

Responsibilities

Shape and drive the strategic direction for I&I clinical programs, championing the adoption of innovative trial designs while upholding the highest standards of scientific rigor and regulatory excellence

Inspire, mentor, and develop our clinical leaders and scientists in I&I drug development, fostering an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning, while championing Pfizer’s commitment to patient-centricity, entrepreneurial thinking, and data-driven excellence

Spearhead the integration of AI, digital health solutions, and advanced analytics to transform trial operations, enhance data integrity, and empower data-driven decision-making throughout the clinical development journey

Proactively identify, implement, and scale best-in-class practices to streamline processes, boost operational efficiency, and build a flexible clinical infrastructure that supports Pfizer’s growth ambitions and accelerates impact

Act as a visible ambassador for Pfizer at scientific conferences, regulatory forums, and partner or investor engagements - articulating the company’s vision and cultivating strong relationships with KOLs, CROs, academic collaborators, and regulatory stakeholders

Work closely with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Safety, Operations, and Business Development teams to harmonize and advance I&I clinical strategies and standards across the organization

Continuously scan and interpret the evolving scientific and competitive landscape, leveraging emerging technologies and disruptive trends to inform and evolve Pfizer’s clinical strategy in I&I

Provide strategic oversight for the design, execution, and ongoing excellence of clinical programs, championing innovation across all phases of drug development

Lead the group of physicians and clinical scientists including mentorship, career building and effective staffing of the projects

Lead the Protocol Review Committee in the development, review, and optimization of clinical trial protocols, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory compliance

Identify, evaluate, and implement best practices for process improvement and operational efficiency throughout the clinical development lifecycle

Drive the adoption of innovative trial designs to enhance clinical impact and accelerate value creation

Champion the integration of advanced analytics, AI, and digital solutions to improve operational efficiency and embed cutting-edge technologies across the clinical development continuum

Lead initiatives to enhance data quality, promote robust data cleaning processes, and uphold the highest data standards across all clinical programs

Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous professional growth by mentoring and guiding clinical scientists and team members

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Safety, Operations) to align and integrate clinical strategies and standards across the I&I portfolio

Serve as an influential representative of Clinical Excellence in internal and external forums, including interactions with regulatory authorities, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders

Leverage Pfizer’s wealth of data and emerging technologies to generate new opportunities for impactful clinical trials, drug development, and patient outcomes

Stay abreast of industry trends, evolving methodologies, and competitive landscapes to inform and advance strategic direction

Qualification

I&I clinical trialsClinical project managementProtocol writingData analysisRegulatory submissionsProcess improvementDigital transformationTeam leadershipInterpersonal skillsCross-functional collaborationMentoring