Clinical Development Scientist, Director (Inflammation and Immunology)

Pfizer • Cambridge, MA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY You will provide medical and scientific leadership for one or more complex clinical trials within our Inflammation and Immunology portfolio. You will be responsible for the clinical integrity, scientific quality, and patient safety of clinical studies, partnering closely with Clinical Operations and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver high‑quality, efficient trials that advance innovative medicines. You will play a critical role in protocol development, study execution, data interpretation, and risk management, while serving as the primary clinical contact for investigators and internal study teams. This position offers the opportunity to influence both study‑level and program‑level clinical deliverables, contribute to regulatory filings, and support the development of clinicians through matrix leadership.

Requirements

• PhD/Pharm D in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 5 years Clinical Research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, OR MS in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 7 years of Clinical Research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry OR BA/BS in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 8 years Clinical Research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Deep knowledge of clinical development, ICH/GCP, global regulatory requirements, and safety management
• Experience leading complex clinical studies and working effectively in cross‑functional, global teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging internal and external stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or professional certification in a scientific, medical, or healthcare related discipline
• Experience in respiratory and/or dermatology therapeutic areas

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical execution of one or more medium‑ to high‑complexity clinical studies with significant business impact
• Provide clinical leadership in protocol design and development, ensuring operational feasibility, data quality, and participant/site engagement
• Partner with Clinical Operations and cross‑functional teams to ensure timely, high‑quality study delivery
• Oversee clinical data review, safety surveillance, and protocol deviation management, proactively identifying and mitigating clinical risks
• Serve as the primary clinical contact for external investigators and internal stakeholders
• Lead or support the establishment and oversight of Data Monitoring Committees (DMCs) and endpoint adjudication committees
• Contribute clinical expertise to risk management, safety review, and integrated quality planning
• Contribute and support key clinical documents, including informed consent documents, study reports, clinical development plans, Investigator brochures, scientific publications and clinical sections of regulatory submissions
• Support regulatory interactions, audits, and inspections as needed
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in clinical development processes
• Provide matrix leadership and mentoring to clinical colleagues as appropriate

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree