Director, Clinical Development Scientist – Non-MD

Pfizer

. Independently lead clinical execution of one or more studies and potentially program-level clinical deliverables .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive clinical research expertise in the biopharmaceutical industry, including protocol development, regulatory submissions, and safety data management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and ensure compliance with global regulations.

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Clinical Research ExperienceProtocol DevelopmentRegulatory SubmissionsLeadership and MentoringCardiometabolic Disease Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study DesignStatistical Analysis PlansData Review PlansRisk Management PlansTrial Master File ComplianceClinical Study ReportsSafety Data ReviewProject ManagementScientific ProductivityRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCoachingCommunicationCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsGenerative Technologies

Industry Keywords

Biopharmaceutical IndustryICH/GCPClinical DevelopmentCross-Functional Team ManagementGlobal RegulationClinical TrialsObesityDiabetesEndocrinologyClinical Research

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently lead clinical execution of one or more studies and potentially program-level clinical deliverables
Provide input to protocol design and lead protocol development, amendments, administrative change letters, and investigator letters
Represent study teams in protocol review governance and support study and disease-area strategy
Participate in protocol-related key opinion leader and Health Authority interactions
Ensure development of informed consent documents and responses to external stakeholder requests
Guide development of Statistical Analysis Plans and Tables, Listings, and Figures
Guide clinical data collection strategy, instruments, data review plans, and emerging data review
Review and query clinical data, present data to stakeholders, and support data issue resolution through database lock
Guide safety review and safety narrative plans; review safety data, serious adverse events, and safety narratives
Guide risk management plans and implement risk mitigations
Establish and manage External Data Monitoring and Adjudication Committees
Develop site selection criteria, provide clinical input to site selection, and ensure protocol training
Plan investigator meetings and develop and deliver protocol training
Serve as primary clinical point of contact for investigators and study teams
Manage clinical responses to protocol questions and maintain FAQs
Establish and manage protocol deviation sub-categories, reporting, reconciliation, and trend reviews
Ensure Trial Master File compliance for clinical documents
Provide clinical input to and review Clinical Study Reports
Ensure disclosure of safety and efficacy data and trial conclusions; contribute to publications
Support audits and inspections and address findings
Contribute to clinical sections of regulatory filings
Contribute to continuous improvement and process enhancement
Potentially manage, supervise, mentor, and develop clinical colleagues or contingent workers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Science degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) with at least 5 years, or MA/MS with at least 7 years, or BA/BS with at least 8 years of Clinical Research experience in a similar role in the biopharmaceutical industry
Cardiometabolic disease experience, e.g., obesity, diabetes, endocrinology, etc.
Clinical research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry in study design, start-up, conduct, and close-out, including regulatory submissions and inspection
Scientific productivity via publications, posters, abstracts and/or presentations
Extensive knowledge of clinical development, global and regional regulation, and ICH/GCP
Clinical, administrative, and project management capabilities
Experience launching, managing, and training clinical development teams
Track record of achievement in pharmaceutical development across design, start-up, conduct, close-out, and reporting
Understanding of disease-area complexities and scientific and regulatory aspects of drug development
Ability to set priorities and manage cross-functional teams and complex projects
Ability to define and manage resource requirements
Leadership, mentoring, coaching, delegation, and oversight capabilities
Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot
Curiosity about responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities
Global travel may be required
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

Bonus target of 20.0% of base salary through Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan
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