Medical Director, Pneumococcal Vaccines

Pfizer • Collegeville, PA

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About The Position

ROLE SUMMARY Pfizer has a proud heritage in the prevention of pneumococcal disease in the United States for 25 years. The pneumococcal vaccine franchise remains a significant focus for Pfizer, especially following recommendations for PCV20 for the pediatric population and adults from 50 years and older. The USMA team has a substantial evidence generation plan to support PCV20 and future pneumococcal vaccines while remaining a critical partner for our commercial partners among other cross-functional groups within Pfizer. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and execute a medical education strategy, including content creation supporting PCV20 vaccination in the US Support initial launch preparedness plans for next generation pneumococcal vaccines, including scientific engagement plans and evidence generation plans. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of medical education and engagement plan across various channels with medical priorities Provide vaccine medical expertise and support on behalf of the US Medical Affairs team to cross-functional partners Partner cross-functionally within medical to ensure aligned KOLs activities to gather feedback and input into strategy development and execution Provide medical review for medical education grants Demonstrate expertise in communication across multiple channels, including, but not limited to, live and virtual presentations in small or large settings, written communication, digital channels and telephone or virtual conversations Ensure compliance with all Pfizer policies

Requirements

• 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.
• nonMD and 4+ years; PhD/Pharm D (in infectious disease epidemiology or closely related field) and 5+ years experience with additional research training in infectious disease, public health, epidemiology, or close-related field.
• Experience in vaccines, infectious diseases, epidemiology, and public health
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, and proven track record of delivering high quality within timelines.
• Clinical, formulary, and/or other management experience
• 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
• Demonstrate a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including the ability to influence and collaborate with peers and create business impact
• 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.
• Limited domestic and international travel will be required (<10% of time).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a medical education strategy, including content creation supporting PCV20 vaccination in the US
• Support initial launch preparedness plans for next generation pneumococcal vaccines, including scientific engagement plans and evidence generation plans.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of medical education and engagement plan across various channels with medical priorities
• Provide vaccine medical expertise and support on behalf of the US Medical Affairs team to cross-functional partners
• Partner cross-functionally within medical to ensure aligned KOLs activities to gather feedback and input into strategy development and execution
• Provide medical review for medical education grants
• Demonstrate expertise in communication across multiple channels, including, but not limited to, live and virtual presentations in small or large settings, written communication, digital channels and telephone or virtual conversations
• Ensure compliance with all Pfizer policies

Benefits

• eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees