Oncology Field Medical Director, Thoracic

Pfizer

. Plan and execute Medical strategy and engagement for assigned customers within Michigan and Ohio .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Strategy and Engagement, with a strong focus on therapeutic areas and Pfizer medicines. Capable of delivering medical education and insights to healthcare professionals while ensuring compliance with policies and fostering collaboration across teams.

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Medical Strategy DevelopmentTherapeutic Area ExpertiseExcellent Communication SkillsField Medical ExperienceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical SkillsTechnical SkillsData AnalysisStudy DesignMedical Information DeliveryPatient Advocacy EngagementInvestigator Sponsored Research SupportField Medical Tactics ExecutionCustomer Insights GenerationCompliance with SOPs

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsConflict ManagementAdaptability to ChangeTeam CollaborationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Digital Technology UtilizationMedical Communication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PharmDPhDMBAMSc

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsHealthcare ProfessionalsClinical TrialsPatient CentricityField Medical

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute Medical strategy and engagement for assigned customers within Michigan and Ohio
Maintain knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas, disease states, and Pfizer medicines
Provide therapeutic area and product information to internal and external stakeholders
Serve as a conduit for Medical Information and customer insights
Develop and execute aligned Field Medical tactics
Collaborate with headquarters Medical colleagues, Medical Information, and other Field Medical colleagues
Deliver approved medical and scientific education to healthcare professionals through live, virtual, written, and telephone channels
Optimize patient centricity of Medical communications and deliverables
Identify and engage priority customer segments
Respond to unsolicited medical requests from healthcare professionals in compliance with Pfizer policies
Lead advisory boards with manager oversight
Field inbound healthcare professional queries via established triage process
Identify potential sites for Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials, including sites serving under-represented patient populations
Provide Medical support throughout the Investigator Sponsored Research process
Cultivate research and therapeutic area expertise, including current congress data and disease-state literature
Provide asset leadership
Communicate study design, methodology, data analysis, and interpretation concepts to customers
Lead the territory through strategic planning, prioritization, and accountability for medical impact
Communicate with local Patient Advocacy Groups in collaboration with Corporate Affairs and HQ Medical Affairs
Deliver actionable field insights to inform medical strategy and evidence generation
Serve on Medical, therapeutic area, and asset cross-functional committees
Represent Pfizer Medical Affairs with clinical/professional associations and societies
Mentor onboarding partners, advisory board leads, and study leads
Participate in special projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a health science required
Relevant experience required: PharmD/PhD with 6 years of experience, MBA/MSc with 8 years of experience, BA/BSc with 10 years of experience
Currently reside in the territory: Michigan and Ohio (MI/OH)
Subject matter expert recognized across internal and external stakeholders
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage conflict constructively
Ability to prioritize, successfully implement projects, demonstrate excellent judgment, and work in a continuous improvement environment
Ability to work within a matrixed, multi-disciplinary team
Ability to lead change and adapt to organizational change
Clinical and technical skills
Ability to rapidly adopt and utilize new digital technology and record medical interactions
Ability to operate a Pfizer company car and regularly fly on airplanes
Flexibility to travel 60-80% of time
Reasonable proximity to airline ‘hub’ city
Ability to work on weekends
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future
This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States
PharmD, PhD, or equivalent terminal doctoral degree highly preferred
Familiarity with internal/external SOPs/Rules/Regulations regarding Pfizer/customer interactions preferred
Previous Field Medical experience preferred

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
Pfizer company car