Medical Director, Dermatology

Pfizer

. Contribute to planning and execution of medical strategies and tactics for Pfizer's dermatology franchise and expanding I&I/Specialty Care portfolio .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $230,900 - $384,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in Dermatology and Medical Affairs, with a strong focus on developing customer-centric medical strategies, engaging healthcare professionals, and leading scientific communications. Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams to drive brand strategy and improve patient care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MD/DO Professional Degree4+ Years Experience in DermatologyMedical Affairs ExperienceExcellent Presentation SkillsAbility to Influence and Collaborate

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Clinical Experience in DermatologyClinical Trials UnderstandingData Generation ActivitiesPublication PlanningMedical Communications Development

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam-Oriented ApproachCoaching and DevelopmentOpen Discussion FacilitationPrioritization of Multiple Demands

Tools & Technologies

Medical Training MaterialsPromotional Materials ReviewEngagement Plans DevelopmentScientific Publications

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification in Dermatology

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare ProvidersKey Opinion LeadersPatient SocietiesI&I/Specialty Care Portfolio

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to planning and execution of 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
Develop customer-focused, scientifically based, clinically relevant resources and tools for medical communications and engagements
Develop long-term relationships with professional organizations, patient societies, healthcare providers, and key opinion leaders
Educate healthcare professionals and formulary decision-makers on benefit/risk profiles and safe, effective medicine use
Identify provider, patient-care, and knowledge gaps and areas for quality-improvement interventions
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-related 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 Headquarters Medical Affairs
Support congresses, data interpretation, evidence dissemination, scientific publications, scientific exchange, and internal medical training
Partner with marketing and training teams on Sales Training timelines and expectations
Develop training materials and modules and provide expert medical presentations
Partner with Medical Information colleagues on Medical Letters and updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD/DO professional degree
4+ years of experience in Dermatology, a related field, pharmaceutical industry, clinical/medical practice, or a combination of these
Ability to influence and collaborate with peers
Ability to develop and coach others
Ability to oversee and guide colleagues' work to achieve meaningful outcomes and business impact
Relationship builder within and outside of Pfizer
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Team-oriented approach
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
Specialty training and board certification in Dermatology preferred
Clinical experience in Dermatology or Immunology preferred
Medical Affairs experience 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 preferred
Ability to travel up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan bonus target of 25.0% 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