Medical Director – Dermatology

Pfizer

. Report to the US Medical Affairs Dermatology Lead .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Dermatology and Medical Affairs, with a strong ability to develop and execute medical strategies, build relationships with healthcare professionals, and deliver impactful medical communications. Proficient in clinical data interpretation, training development, and stakeholder engagement within the pharmaceutical industry.

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Advanced Degree In Dermatology7+ Years Relevant ExperienceExcellent Presentation SkillsExperience In Medical AffairsClinical Experience In Dermatology

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Hard Skills

Medical Strategy DevelopmentClinical Data InterpretationPharmacoeconomic AnalysisPublication PlanningData-Generation ActivitiesMedical CommunicationsLifecycle ManagementTraining DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementKnowledge Gap Identification

Soft Skills

Team-Oriented ApproachExcellent Communication SkillsInfluencing PeersCoaching OthersRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification In Dermatology

Industry Keywords

DermatologyImmunologyClinical TrialsDrug DevelopmentHealthcare LandscapeMedical AffairsHCP EngagementPatient SocietiesKey Opinion LeadersCommercial Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the US Medical Affairs Dermatology Lead
Plan and execute medical strategies and tactics for Pfizer’s dermatology franchise and expanding I&I / Specialty Care portfolio
Support marketed medicines, clinical-development compounds, pipeline medicines, and lifecycle management
Provide brand teams with customer and clinical insights to inform strategies on critical health issues
Develop scientifically based, clinically relevant resources and tools for medical communications and engagements
Build long-term relationships with professional organizations, patient societies, healthcare providers, and key opinion leaders
Educate HCPs and formulary decision-makers on benefit/risk profiles and safe, effective medicine use through presentations, pharmacoeconomic analyses, and outcomes evaluations
Identify provider, patient-care, and knowledge gaps and areas for quality-improvement interventions
Develop perspectives on the evolving clinical and healthcare landscape in Dermatology and aligned therapeutic areas
Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials for fair balance
Collaborate with Commercial, Organized Customer, Field Medical, HEOR, and internal stakeholders to drive US brand strategy
Plan and lead advisory boards, congress symposia, and congress planning
Lead publication planning, data-generation activities, and medical/scientific activities
Serve as a source of accurate scientific knowledge on clinical data, disease states, product labels, and competitive intelligence
Develop and maintain HCP engagement plans for HQ Medical Affairs
Support congresses, data interpretation, evidence dissemination, education, scientific publications, and scientific exchange
Support internal medical training curricula and Sales Training timelines
Develop training materials, deliver expert medical presentations, and support training modules
Partner with Medical Information colleagues on Medical Letters and updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree and relevant experience in Dermatology, pharmaceutical industry, clinical/medical practice, or a combination of these (e.g., PhD or PharmD with 5+ years)
7+ years of relevant experience with MBA/MS or 8+ years of relevant experience with BA/BS
Breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities, including influencing and collaborating with peers, developing and coaching others, and overseeing and guiding colleagues' work
Ability to build relationships within and outside Pfizer
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Team-oriented approach
Preferred: Specialty training and board certification in Dermatology
Preferred: Clinical experience in Dermatology or Immunology
Preferred: Experience in Medical Affairs
Preferred: Experience or understanding of clinical trials and drug development
Preferred: Ability to facilitate open discussion and debate among stakeholders and build internal and external relationships
Preferred: Ability to prioritize multiple demands and lead in a matrix organization
Ability to travel up to 25%
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 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