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Pfizer · 4 hours ago

Development Head, Rheumatology - Inflammation & Immunology (I&I)

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$309K/yr - $514K/yr

10+ years exp

Pfizer is a leading pharmaceutical company, and they are seeking a Development Head for Rheumatology within their Inflammation & Immunology Division. This role involves setting a strategic vision for Rheumatology, overseeing clinical program performance, and mentoring a high-performing global development team.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine

No H1B

Responsibilities

Shape and drive the strategic direction for I&I clinical programs in Rheumatology

Inspire, mentor, and develop the program and clinical leaders in Rheumatology, fostering an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning, while championing Pfizer’s commitment to patient-centricity, entrepreneurial thinking, and data-driven excellence

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

Accountable for the planning and performance of all clinical programs in Rheumatology from Phase 1 onwards to live cycle management

Act as a visible ambassador for Rheumatology at Pfizer at scientific conferences articulating the Company’s vision and cultivating strong relationships with KOLs, CROs, academic collaborators, and regulatory stakeholders

Work cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Safety, Operations, and Business Development and the Commercial organization to align and integrate clinical strategies and standards across the I&I portfolio

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

Qualification

Rheumatology expertiseClinical trial leadershipI&I drug developmentProtocol writingRegulatory submissionsData analysisStakeholder engagementInnovative trial designsTeam mentoringCross-functional collaboration

Required

M.D. with at least 10 years' experience leading development rheumatology clinical trials including early and late projects, including submissions

Proven success in I&I clinical project/program leadership

Deep understanding of I&I drug development, protocol writing, study conduct, data analysis, and regulatory submissions

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in oncology

Experience with global I&I regulatory submissions and interactions with major regulatory agencies

Demonstrated experience engaging with CROs, KOLs, regulatory authorities, and the broader I&I research community

Track record of leveraging data, technology, and innovative approaches to scale clinical operations and deliver value for patients