Global Medical Launch Lead, GU-Bladder/RCC (MD)

Pfizer•South San Francisco, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

ROLE SUMMARY The Medical Launch Lead, PADCEV RCC, reporting to GU, UC&RCC TA Head, serves as a core member of the Global Cross-Functional Launch Team internally and with our partner for MIBC and is accountable for the co-development and implementation of the integrated launch plan and leading the development/execution of global launch strategy and associated tactics. As well as supporting the global medical affairs team (GMAT) and the joint medical affairs team (JMAC) as it pertains to MIBC launch. The Medical Launch Lead is the primary medical lead for launch providing deep therapeutic area and asset expertise to internal Medical and cross-functional teams and plays a key role in shaping the external healthcare ecosystem in preparation for launch. The position has broad impact across the organization and requires a Medical professional with an understanding of pharmaceutical business operations and products, along with strategic thinking skills, leadership ability, and extensive knowledge of the external healthcare/therapeutic ecosystem. The Medical Launch Lead will lead with integrity and be a role model for medical professionalism and scientific excellence. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with firm medical judgment and proven abilities in the objective interpretation and application of medical and scientific data. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Medical Launch Lead Responsibilities Co-lead the development and implementation of the global integrated launch plan in partnership with the cross-functional launch asset team (commercial, HVE, field medical, and others); Lead launch strategy and tactical implementation and manage the global launch budget for the asset Collaborate with global and international Medical teams to understand key unmet Medical needs across the healthcare ecosystem, including HCP and patient perspectives and regulatory and access dynamics, to define and execute Medical launch and lifecycle plans for PADCEV Support the development of the Scientific Narrative, proactively integrating patients’ and physicians’ voices and ensuring a shared understanding of the asset’s value for patients, caregivers, regulators, and payers as well as a core component of a priority Pfizer pillar in GU cancer Participate in the ongoing assessment of the benefit-risk of the asset, accounting for new data as it becomes available Support the development of the global Integrated evidence plan to identify and address key evidence gaps in preparation for launch and beyond (e.g., clinical, RWE, epidemiological studies) Develop the MIBC medical aspects of the integrated global brand plan (iGBP) as part of the cross-functional global brand plan and lead the development and implementation of Medical stakeholder engagement initiatives to shape the therapeutic ecosystem in preparation for launch and continued success in MIBC Provide strategic direction, Medical expertise, and training to global and country Medical and cross-functional asset teams Lead and support global external meetings including advisory boards, congresses, and symposia Support the publications subcommittee to plan and implement an appropriate publication strategy and tactics in accordance with Pfizer policy and in support of Launch Support strategy lead in assessment of and potential implementation of early/expanded access program Launch Excellence Responsibilities Actively participate in, and contribute to, the Medical Launch Lead Community to continuously enhance launch expertise across the organization Attend community forums, connect community members with relevant information and resources, provide subject matter expertise, and share best practices and real-time learnings with other Medical Launch Lead MIBC Responsibilities Support regional/international medical directors in optimizing MIBC launch Participate in GMAT meetings to define strategies and support endorsement of activities necessary to support safe and effective use of Pfizer products Support regions navigating ISR or collaborative research opportunities

Requirements

MD or DO Medical degree required
5+ years pharmaceutical industry experience in a Medical/scientific function, oncology experience required
Extensive knowledge of global healthcare ecosystem (healthcare delivery, research, regulatory, reimbursement landscape)
Ability to listen, understand and integrate country and local needs into global co-created Medical strategies and plans
Pharma Industry and Therapeutic Area Knowledge: Deep therapeutic area expertise. Deep understanding of trends across the healthcare ecosystem, i.e., healthcare stakeholder landscape, competitive dynamics, regulatory and access environment, delivery systems, channels, and sources of business in the US and internationally. Deep knowledge of the drug development and commercialization process
Leadership: Comfort with ambiguity, and complex “white space” environments. Ability to embrace and encourage the implementation of innovative ideas and foster a culture of collaboration/teamwork. Demonstrated expertise and capabilities in matrixed, cross-functional leadership, and influencing without authority
Medical & Scientific: Demonstrated track record of partnering with key external Medical and scientific leaders, professional societies and patient groups. Proven ability to lead evidence generation and dissemination initiatives and develop/ implement omnichannel communication strategies to address diverse stakeholder needs. Ability to use Medical insights to shape Medical plans. Experience leading advisory boards in alignment with Pfizer policy. Ability to lead with integrity and be a role model for Medical professionalism and scientific excellence
Research & Analytics: Extensive Medical/scientific research experience, with deep understanding of current and innovating research techniques and analytical approaches (clinical, epidemiological, real-world evidence, AI/machine learning). Ability to generate and apply patient and HCP insights to shape Medical plans for implementation
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within and across teams, organizations and the enterprise. Demonstrated ability to take appropriate risks, share responsibilities and credit, celebrate/reward accomplishments, and instill in others a sense of urgency and ownership
Influencing & Communications: Track record of cultivating relationships with internal/external stakeholders. Ability to communicate effectively and display high emotional intelligence during interactions/communications with others. Strong presentation skills suitable for Global Leadership and teams and external audiences
Prioritization: Ability to manage competing priorities and demonstrates ability to prioritize and make decisions to maximize value and resource allocation
This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

launch experience preferred
US and/or global product launch experience preferred; international and/or culturally diverse experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Co-lead the development and implementation of the global integrated launch plan in partnership with the cross-functional launch asset team (commercial, HVE, field medical, and others)
Lead launch strategy and tactical implementation and manage the global launch budget for the asset
Collaborate with global and international Medical teams to understand key unmet Medical needs across the healthcare ecosystem, including HCP and patient perspectives and regulatory and access dynamics, to define and execute Medical launch and lifecycle plans for PADCEV
Support the development of the Scientific Narrative, proactively integrating patients’ and physicians’ voices and ensuring a shared understanding of the asset’s value for patients, caregivers, regulators, and payers as well as a core component of a priority Pfizer pillar in GU cancer
Participate in the ongoing assessment of the benefit-risk of the asset, accounting for new data as it becomes available
Support the development of the global Integrated evidence plan to identify and address key evidence gaps in preparation for launch and beyond (e.g., clinical, RWE, epidemiological studies)
Develop the MIBC medical aspects of the integrated global brand plan (iGBP) as part of the cross-functional global brand plan and lead the development and implementation of Medical stakeholder engagement initiatives to shape the therapeutic ecosystem in preparation for launch and continued success in MIBC
Provide strategic direction, Medical expertise, and training to global and country Medical and cross-functional asset teams
Lead and support global external meetings including advisory boards, congresses, and symposia
Support the publications subcommittee to plan and implement an appropriate publication strategy and tactics in accordance with Pfizer policy and in support of Launch
Support strategy lead in assessment of and potential implementation of early/expanded access program
Actively participate in, and contribute to, the Medical Launch Lead Community to continuously enhance launch expertise across the organization
Attend community forums, connect community members with relevant information and resources, provide subject matter expertise, and share best practices and real-time learnings with other Medical Launch Lead
Support regional/international medical directors in optimizing MIBC launch
Participate in GMAT meetings to define strategies and support endorsement of activities necessary to support safe and effective use of Pfizer products
Support regions navigating ISR or collaborative research opportunities

Benefits

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
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

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