COVID-19 Vaccines, Medical Evidence Strategy Lead

Pfizer

. Oversee the direction and strategy for COVID-19 medical evidence generation and interpretation .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analytic epidemiology and vaccine effectiveness studies, with a strong focus on regulatory submissions and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion while ensuring high-quality outputs and effective communication.

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PhD In Analytic EpidemiologyVaccine Database AnalysesEpidemiologic Analyses Of Vaccine DataLead Author Of Peer-Reviewed PublicationsCross-Functional Leadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Epidemiologic Study DesignData AnalysisProtocol DevelopmentAnalytic Plan DevelopmentVaccine Effectiveness AssessmentAdverse Event AssessmentRegulatory SubmissionsProject ManagementEpidemiologic MethodsScientific Writing

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationStrong Interpersonal SkillsAbility To Influence OthersAbility To Manage ProjectsAbility To Work In A Matrixed Team

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAI Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDMPH

Industry Keywords

COVID-19Vaccine SafetyEpidemiologyPublic HealthRegulatory Agency Interactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the direction and strategy for COVID-19 medical evidence generation and interpretation
Develop and oversee an integrated global evidence strategy with BioNTech
Support regulatory submissions, vaccine recommendations, label expansions and commercial decisions
Collaborate with regional medical teams and Vaccines Medical Affairs leadership
Ensure COVID-19 studies are appropriately conducted and prioritized using current disease information and epidemiologic best practices
Design and oversee post-authorization epidemiology and vaccine effectiveness studies
Harmonize methods and outcomes across the COVID-19 vaccine franchise
Provide expertise on vaccine safety and risk/benefit assessments
Incorporate regulatory considerations into COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness studies and regulatory interactions
Provide tactical oversight and coordination of COVID-19 epidemiology and vaccine effectiveness studies
Serve as lead or integral member of key study teams and committees
Provide epidemiologic methods and study-design guidance across functions and vaccine assets
Establish and maintain relationships with external partners for high-priority global studies
Oversee study methodology, protocols and analytic plans
Provide inputs concerning COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccine development and commercial considerations
Troubleshoot scientific and epidemiologic issues, including travel to study sites as appropriate
Publish data in peer-reviewed manuscripts and lead or oversee manuscript writing
Support abstract submission and presentation strategy for scientific congresses
Support epidemiologic data collection and analysis strategy for vaccine labeling and recommendations
Lead or oversee original manuscripts, including conceptual manuscripts, position manuscripts and systematic reviews
Support development and tracking of the COVID-19 evidence-generation study budget
Guide systematic collation of published epidemiologic evidence for regulatory submissions and vaccine recommendation bodies
Oversee internal surveillance dashboards and vaccine effectiveness trackers

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD with expertise in analytic epidemiology and experience with vaccine database analyses; alternatively, MPH or another relevant Master’s degree with 7+ years of similar experience
At least 5+ years of experience in vaccine-related or epidemiologic topical areas related to medical/scientific activities; 7+ years if using the Master’s alternative
Recognized credible expertise in epidemiologic analyses of vaccine or other medical product data
Lead or senior author of ≥ 5 peer-reviewed publications or book chapters, or lead investigator for ≥ 2 major projects
Experience in respiratory pathogen epidemiology and population-based epidemiologic studies
Demonstrated experience working within a matrixed team
Ability to lead across diverse cultures and geographies
Cross-functional leadership experience
Ability to manage projects to completion
Experience advancing epidemiologic projects from conception through completion, including study design, protocol and analytic plan development, operational implementation, data analysis, interpretation and reporting
Ability to review, evaluate, interpret and present complex COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness data
Understanding of data elements related to assessing the public health value and impact of COVID-19 and seasonal vaccines
Ability to interpret data and identify limitations for Pfizer and competitor vaccines
Proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint
Familiarity and some experience using AI platforms integrated with work streams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including scientific writing and lead authorship of ≥ 5 peer-reviewed publications in English
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence through others and build cross-functional stakeholder relationships
Proven record of delivering high-quality work within accelerated timelines
Willingness to travel up to 15%
Fluent in English writing, reading and speaking
Experience overseeing post-authorization epidemiologic studies preferred
Experience with adverse event assessments in vaccine effectiveness studies preferred
Experience with regulatory agency interactions preferred
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States required; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Share-based long-term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility