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Senior Director, (Md) Global Development Lead, Early Development

5–10 years years
$287,300 – $478,800 annually
10 Sept. 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: MD or MD‑PhD 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: Senior Director, (MD) Global Development Lead, Early Development

  • Locations (U.S.):

    • La Jolla, CA

    • Cambridge, MA

    • Bothell, WA

    • South San Francisco, CA

    • New York City, NY

  • Employment Type: Full-Time

  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid

  • Posted: ~17 days ago (relative to today, September 4, 2025)

  • Job ID: 4939697


Role Summary

Lead and coordinate the clinical development strategy for early‐stage assets—especially in multiple myeloma—within Pfizer Oncology. Guide programs from pre‑IND through first‑in‑human (FIH) and proof‑of‑concept (POC) stages, before transitioning candidates to late‑stage development teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership:

    • Develop and execute clinical development plans for early‐stage oncology assets (with myeloma focus; potential to work in other mechanisms or indications).

    • Manage 2–3 clinical programs while providing oversight and consultation across multiple projects.

  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration:

    • Coordinate with global, multifunctional teams—Product, Clinical Pharmacology, Translational Biology, Pharm Sci, Regulatory, Precision Medicine, Clinical Development & Operations, and more.

    • Meet regularly with Oncology leadership to align on program priorities.

  • Protocol & Document Oversight:

    • Oversee creation and management of clinical protocols, amendments, investigator brochures, clinical study reports, statistical analysis plans, and regulatory documents.

  • Innovative Execution:

    • Implement PK-guided dose escalation, early combination strategies, translational innovation.

    • Provide medical oversight of clinical components, including safety, pharmacology, and efficacy data evaluations.

  • Scientific Output:

    • Lead preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.

    • Conduct literature reviews and synthesize key insights to support development plans.

  • External Engagement:

    • Serve as medical resource for design and interpretation across clinical and preclinical programs.

    • Engage with KOLs, advisory boards, and clinical trial networks to inform and refine programs.

    • Collaborate with business development to establish strategic external partnerships.


Qualifications

Basic / Required

  • MD or MD‑PhD, with 5–10 years of industry experience—preferably in oncology (multiple myeloma favored).

  • Clinical oncology expertise; board certification preferred.

  • Deep knowledge of clinical, translational, or basic biomedical research tied to drug development.

  • Proficiency across related domains (e.g., biostatistics, regulatory affairs, preclinical pharmacology).

  • Documented scientific productivity (publications, abstracts, etc.).

  • Strong scientific writing and communication skills.

  • Leadership ability: drive governance meetings, adapt rapidly, and manage cross-functional teams.

Preferred

  • Strong executive presence and collaborative leadership style.

  • Proficient in engaging with internal leadership, external development partners, and clinician–investigators.

  • Proven ability to work globally across diverse cultures and geographies.

  • Demonstrated capability in influencing, coaching, and delivering team impact.


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary (U.S.-based): $287,300 – $478,800 annually

  • Performance Bonus: Target of 30% of base salary via Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan

  • Long‑Term Incentives: Eligible for share-based equity rewards

  • Benefits Package:

    • 401(k) with Pfizer match and additional contribution

    • Paid vacation, holidays, personal days

    • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave

    • Health benefits: medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision

  • Relocation Assistance: Available based on business needs and eligibility

  • Compliance: Subject to Sunshine Act reporting rules

  • EEO & Eligibility: Equal opportunity employer; U.S. permanent work authorization required

  • Accessibility: Accommodations available via disability recruitment contact for application/interview process


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Details

Title

Senior Director, (MD) Global Development Lead, Early Development

Locations

La Jolla (CA), Cambridge (MA), Bothell (WA), South SF (CA), NYC (NY)

Employment

Full-Time, Hybrid

Focus Areas

Lead early-stage oncology development (multiple myeloma emphasis)

Key Tasks

Strategy, cross-functional leadership, protocol oversight, innovation

Required Qualifications

MD/MD‑PhD (5–10 yrs), oncology leadership, cross-disciplinary knowledge

Pay & Incentives

$287K–$479K base; 30% bonus; equity; comprehensive benefits

Other Info

Relocation support, compliance, EEO, accommodation support