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Oncology Early Stage Clinical Scientist (Director, Non‑Md)

5-10 years years
$169,700 – $282,900 annually
10 Sept. 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: PhD/PharmD + ≥5 years in similar industry/CRO roles, or MS + ≥7 years, or BA/BS + ≥10 years Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Position Overview

  • Title: Oncology Early Stage Clinical Scientist (Director, Non‑MD)

  • Locations (U.S.):

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid

  • Posted: Approximately 17 days ago (relative to current date, September 4, 2025) disabledperson.compfizer.dejobs.org

  • Job ID: 4940137 (as in original description)


Role Summary

Lead and coordinate the development of multiple early-stage oncology clinical studies—ranging from first-in-human (FIH), proof of mechanism (POM), early signs of efficacy (ESOE), to proof of concept (POC) trials. Collaborate closely with the Global Development Lead (GDL) and multidisciplinary teams to establish, execute, and drive clinical development strategies. pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv


Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Global Development Lead to develop and execute early oncology clinical strategies (FIH through POC).

  • Provide scientific leadership and manage trial execution, safety assessments, and interpretation of clinical results.

  • Set clinical data review strategies, ensuring data quality; analyze emerging data and trends, and present findings to teams and stakeholders.

  • Serve as technical resource for internal and external collaborators.

  • Lead or support preparation of clinical protocols and critical documents: development plans, INDs, annual reports, CSRs, investigator brochures, and statistical analysis plans.

  • Support publication and conference efforts (abstracts, presentations).

  • Engage with external collaborators—KOLs, regulators, investigators—to integrate clinical insights and ensure strong study design and execution.

  • Foster transparent collaboration across functional areas such as Research Units, Biostatistics, Clinical Pharmacology, Precision Medicine, Digital Medicine, Translational Oncology, and Biomarkers. pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Educational and experience thresholds:

    • PhD/PharmD + ≥5 years in similar industry/CRO roles, or

    • MS + ≥7 years, or

    • BA/BS + ≥10 years pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv

  • Strong background in Phase 1 oncology clinical research as a sponsor-side lead.

  • Deep understanding of early oncology drug development.

  • Proficiency in clinical procedures; knowledge of ICH, GCP; familiarity with FDA, EMA, and global regulatory environments.

  • Expertise in scientific writing, protocol drafting, and complex data interpretation.

  • History of scientific productivity (publications, abstracts, presentations).

  • Ability to build consensus and drive change across organizational levels.

  • Experience in data listing review.

  • Comfort in both fast-paced, matrixed environments and independent collaboration.

  • Proficient in complex data analysis workflows. pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in leadership or team management.

  • Proven capability in influencing peers, coaching, and creating business impact through cross-functional collaboration. pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv


Physical/Mental Requirements & Travel


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary (U.S.-based): $169,700 – $282,900 annually jobRxivIndeed

  • Performance Bonus: Eligible; target ~20% of base salary.

  • Long-Term Incentives: Equity-based reward eligibility.

  • Benefits Package: Standard U.S. offerings—including 401(k) savings with company matching, paid vacation/holidays/personal days, medical, dental, vision coverage, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.

  • Relocation Assistance: Available based on business needs and eligibility. jobRxivpfizer.dejobs.org

  • Compliance and Transparency: Adherence to Sunshine Act reporting regulations.

  • EEO & Eligibility: Pfizer is an E‑Verify employer, committed to equal opportunity employment within applicable laws. U.S. permanent work authorization required.

  • Accessibility Support: Requests for application or interview accommodations available through designated contact. pfizer.dejobs.orgjobRxiv


Summary Table

Category

Details

Title

Oncology Early Stage Clinical Scientist (Director, Non‑MD)

Locations

Bothell, WA; Groton, CT; South SF, CA; Collegeville, PA; NYC, NY; La Jolla, CA

Employment

Full-time, Hybrid

Key Focus

Lead early-stage oncology clinical trials, strategy, documentation, data

Qualifications

PhD/MS/BA with corresponding experience levels, oncology clinical trial expertise

Compensation & Benefits

$169.7K–$282.9K; bonus; long-term incentives; full U.S. benefits

Travel & Requirements

5–10% travel; complex data analysis capacity