Director, Applied AI – Horizon Scanning

Pfizer

. Identify, evaluate, and translate emerging AI technologies, capabilities, vendors, and industry trends into actionable opportunities for Pfizer’s U.S.

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $162,900 - $271,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and translating emerging AI technologies into actionable business opportunities, with a strong focus on generative AI, machine learning, and enterprise AI architectures. Capable of synthesizing complex market intelligence and developing executive-ready insights and strategic recommendations.

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Generative AIMachine LearningTechnology StrategyBusiness Case DevelopmentStrategic Recommendations

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Hard Skills

AI Technology EvaluationData Requirements AssessmentIntegration ConsiderationsEnterprise ReadinessRegulatory ComplianceProofs of Concept DesignMarket Intelligence SynthesisEmerging Technology MonitoringTechnical Feasibility AssessmentOpportunity Brief Development

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsStrategic ThinkingCollaborationInfluencing SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

AI EcosystemsResponsible AIInnovation PipelineExecutive UpdatesCross-Functional Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, evaluate, and translate emerging AI technologies, capabilities, vendors, and industry trends into actionable opportunities for Pfizer’s U.S. Commercial organization
Monitor emerging AI technologies, vendors, startups, research, industry developments, and competitive activity
Maintain horizon-scanning frameworks and produce executive updates on significant developments
Assess technical feasibility, scalability, differentiation, data requirements, integration considerations, enterprise readiness, security, privacy, legal, regulatory, compliance, quality, and Responsible AI considerations
Identify AI capabilities and translate external developments into U.S. Commercial use cases and future-state capabilities
Develop concept papers, opportunity briefs, business cases, and strategic recommendations
Assess external AI ecosystems, competitors, startups, technology companies, academic institutions, and research organizations
Design and oversee proofs of concept, defining learning objectives, evaluation criteria, success measures, and decision points
Maintain and prioritize an innovation pipeline across near-term, emerging, and transformative horizons
Synthesize research, market intelligence, conference insights, and analyst perspectives into executive-ready AI outlooks
Partner with AI Partnerships & Ecosystem, Product Management, AI Applications, Data Strategy, Transformation & Delivery, Governance, Risk, Architecture, Digital, and business teams
Transition approved partnership opportunities to the AI Partnerships & Ecosystem Lead
May lead a small team and direct cross-functional evaluation teams, external experts, contractors, or project-based resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, artificial intelligence, data science, business, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
8+ years of progressive experience in AI, technology strategy, innovation, product strategy, architecture, consulting, emerging technology, or related roles
Strong understanding of generative AI, agentic systems, machine learning, foundation models, and enterprise AI architectures
Experience evaluating emerging technologies and translating technical concepts into business opportunities and strategic recommendations
Demonstrated ability to monitor complex external landscapes, synthesize weak signals, and distinguish durable trends from hype
Experience developing executive-ready insights, business cases, opportunity briefs, or technology recommendations
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to senior business and technical leaders
Demonstrated success operating in ambiguous, fast-moving, and highly matrixed environments
Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, collaboration, and influencing skills
Ability to travel based on business needs
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States is required
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Eligibility to participate in Pfizer’s 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