Director, Clinical Development Scientist – Non-MD

Pfizer

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

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in clinical research within the biopharmaceutical industry, including protocol development, regulatory submissions, and safety data management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor colleagues, and manage complex clinical projects effectively.

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Clinical Research ExperienceProtocol DevelopmentRegulatory SubmissionsLeadership and MentoringCardiometabolic Disease Expertise

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Hard Skills

Clinical Data Collection StrategiesStatistical Analysis PlansTrial Master File ComplianceSafety Data ReviewRisk Management PlanningStudy Design and ConductRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementScientific ProductivityClinical Study Reports

Soft Skills

Conflict ResolutionNegotiationTeam ManagementCommunicationCoaching

Industry Keywords

Biopharmaceutical IndustryICH/GCPCardiometabolic DiseaseClinical TrialsGlobal RegulationStudy Start-UpClinical DevelopmentSerious Adverse EventsExternal Stakeholder EngagementContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently lead clinical execution of one or more studies and potentially own program-level clinical deliverables
Provide input to protocol design and lead protocol development, amendments, administrative change letters, and investigator letters
Represent study teams in internal 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
Develop clinical data collection strategies, instruments, and data review plans
Lead review of emerging clinical data and trends; review and query data and present findings to stakeholders
Guide safety review planning, review safety data, track and reconcile Serious Adverse Events, and review safety narratives
Guide risk management planning 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 deliver initial and ongoing protocol training
Serve as primary clinical contact for investigators and study teams on protocol questions
Manage clinical response development, delivery, documentation, and curation
Establish and manage protocol deviation 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 activities
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
Understanding of complexities and recent developments in principal disease areas
Competence discussing 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
Ability to resolve conflicts, negotiate agreements, and escalate issues when appropriate
Ability to demonstrate perspective and poise in uncertainty and organizational change
Global travel may be required
Must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Must have permanent work authorization in the United States
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
Hybrid work arrangement