Oncology Clinical Development Scientist, Director

POSITION SUMMARY

You will be responsible for scientific oversight, data integrity and quality of clinical trial(s) in support of the development strategy for programs within the Late-Stage Oncology portfolio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical development expert for assigned studies maintaining current scientific and clinical knowledge in the specific therapeutic and disease area(s) of assignment.

• Effectively partner with other clinical and medical colleagues, clinical operations and other functional lines for the successful implementation and execution of the clinical trial(s) within the assigned program.

• Responsible for scientific oversight, data integrity and quality of the clinical trial(s).

• Represent the study team in governance meetings and submissions, partners with/supports the Development lead/Medical Director regarding study and disease area strategy.

• Author protocols, study level informed consent documents, and contributes to authoring of IBs, site training materials, clinical study reports, regulatory responses, and other clinical and regulatory documents; supports preparations for Health Authority meetings, participates as appropriate.

• Set the clinical data review strategy and leads the team in the collection of quality data and review of emerging clinical data and trends; reviews and queries data; presents and discusses relevant data to appropriate teams, governance bodies, and other internal and external stakeholders.

• In close partnership with medically qualified colleague/s, analyze the emerging safety profile of the drug, keeping the clinical and safety colleagues informed of changes in the safety profile as they occur in the assigned trial(s).

• Follow relevant SOPs and regulations, has an excellent understanding of and complies with applicable trainings, seeks opportunities to further improve quality and efficiency of clinical procedures; leads or actively participates in portfolio- and enterprise level workgroups aimed at optimizing PFE clinical development procedures; may be a subject matter expert or business process owner for a relevant SOP or procedure.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• PhD/Pharm D in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 5 years Clinical Research experience in industry/CRO, OR

• MS in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 7 years of Clinical Research experience in industry/CRO OR

• BA/BS in a relevant Science discipline and minimum of 10 years Clinical Research experience in a similar role in industry/CRO

• Clinical Research experience in the phase 3/pivotal space in Oncology, ideally on the side of the sponsor and with a track record of successful regulatory submission, inspection, and regulatory approval

• Solid tumor or hematology clinical trial experience

• Experience leading a team

• Excellent knowledge of clinical procedures, ICH guidelines, GCP and familiarity with FDA, EMA, and global regulations

• Extensive understanding of related disciplines, e.g., Clinical Operations, Safety, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Study Management, Pre-clinical, Pharmacology, Quality Assurance

• Experience working on large data sets

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant scientific software

• Effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills to ensure coordinated and timely delivery

• Experience leveraging a variety of communication tools and techniques to communicate results

• Experience solving problems collaboratively and handling conflict constructively 

• Track record of scientific productivity as evidenced by publications, posters, abstracts and/or presentations

• Experience working proactively and independently, organizing tasks, time and priorities of self and others

• Experience building partnerships across the company to achieve the needs of the program

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

• Demonstrates passion for helping patients with cancer and for the science of oncology

• Flexibility to adapt and navigate through an ever-changing work environment while maintaining integrity and quality in the work assigned

• Demonstrates autonomous delivery, problem-solving, and agile decision-making in execution of Clinical responsibilities

• Promotes team health and exemplifies Pfizer’s leadership behaviors and actionable attitudes 

• Leverages knowledge and support from others related to overall objectives, strategy, critical issues, and policies

• Demonstrates foresight and judgment to make complex decisions

• Promotes innovation and takes appropriate risks to challenge the status quo in order to enhance the efficiency of current processes

• Embraces evolving technologies and adopts best practices aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of clinical development

• Has a global perspective and mindset.  Works well in a diverse team environment with colleagues from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and geographies. both as a leader and a key contributor

  
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.
 

Work Location Assignment:  This is a hybrid role requiring you to live within commuting distance and work on-site an average of 2.5 days per week.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $176,600.00 to $294,300.00. In addition, this position is 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. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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