Director, Migraine RWE Scientist

United States - New York - New York City The Chief Medical Affairs Office's Real World Evidence (RWE) Platform is responsible for establishing global scientific leadership and stature through the generation of integrated, end-to-end observational real-world evidence serving all therapeutic areas from proof of concept (POC) trials through LOE for priority pipeline candidates, pipeline supplementation through business development, and marketed inline products. The Platform fully centralizes RWE, epidemiology, outcomes research, RW-relevant health informatics, and biostatistics talent from global, international markets into one team to drive efficiency through internalized work. Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. Within the RWE Platform, a dedicated team of RWE Scientists will support the TA teams within the Internal Medicine category, reporting to the Internal Medicine RWE Scientific Team Lead. Leveraging their understanding of how RWE can support the entire lifecycle from molecule to marketplace, the Migraine RWE Director will deliver timely real-world insights (RWI) by understanding cross-functional pipeline / asset team's strategic objectives and timelines, collaborating with the team and RWE Biostatistics & other relevant colleagues to generate RWE, and directing the creation of easy-to-understand summary reports. They act as an RWE expert, advising on what type of real-world data and which sources are most appropriate for completing objectives, partnering closely with the Platforms & Partnerships team. The RWE Scientist will ensure the development of consistent business rules and standards, versioning rules as care pathways evolve. The Director, Migraine RWE Scientist plays a critical role in the development of a comprehensive RWE strategy, tactical plans, and projects that meet research and business needs. They are key members of multiple layers of lifecycle and franchise or asset governance. They will provide matrixed leadership and oversight of all projects executed by the RWE teams, restructuring priorities as needed. To carry out this work, they will maintain relationships with key leadership from research, biopharma business and business innovation. Finally, they will be an external face of Pfizer, representing the organization and team at global industry events, conferences, and symposia. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Execute on prioritized tactical plans with actionable projects, identify external partners to deliver strategic RWE capabilities / data, and oversee high-quality methods and designs to inform study / project designs for R&D franchise / asset teams, CMAO, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, Commercial and other functions' needs. Develop project plans and protocols for the Migraine franchise / asset team(s), apply high-quality methods and designs to inform insights and RWE studies, generate credible RWI, and high-quality, protocol-driven RWE studies. Provide daily mentorship, motivation, and guidance to more junior Internal Medicine RWE colleagues, and direct them to co-develop business rules, standards (e.g., for disease / cohort definitions), methods, and SOPs with cross-functional colleagues. Conduct feasibility assessments to determine appropriate internal / external real-world data sources and direct the creation of RWI for internal insights informing go/no-go decisions, hypothesis generation, and decision-making for executives, teams, and business development. Coordinate cross-functional teams, RWE Biostatistics, and other colleagues to create high-quality RWE from rigorously designed protocols. Create TA-specific RWE assessment plans and recommend emerging RWE analytical approaches, trends, and tools, and escalate high-value opportunities to Internal Medicine colleagues. Proactively identify opportunities for teams to automate analytical reports, harmonize rules with other analysis teams, and load all deliverables into the knowledge and insights management system. Support landscape assessments, new data / tool / partner due diligence assessments based on understanding evolving healthcare, technology, and other industries with Customers, RWE Partnerships Managers, Digital RWD Enterprise Enabling Platform, RWE Biostatistics, and other relevant partners. Track innovative and emerging RWE analytical approaches, guidelines, and tools, escalate high-value opportunities to their RWE Lead, and solicit innovation and efficiency approaches from the RWE Innovation Lead. Document all requests and track progress toward project completion, other metrics, and business goals. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact. Demonstrated successful history of high levels of collaboration across matrixed teams. 6+ (with a PhD/MD/DSc) to 8+ (Masters degree) years' experience with a proven successful track record of scientific analysis for observational/non-interventional studies, healthcare analytics, RWE generation, other research studies or clinical quality improvement studies, with specific experience with a range of real-world data such as hospital chargemaster data, EHR, medical or pharmacy claims, patient registries, PROs, or other data sources. Ability to critically evaluate analytic results against the literature, subject matter expert feedback, or other reliable sources to ensure biological and medical credibility in alignment with cross-functional team strategy / priorities. Strong experience in communicating in verbal and written form with all levels of personnel with diverse backgrounds. Ability to work under pressure with a high level of autonomy and motivation. Scientific expertise in development, medical affairs, or related domains, or the interest and ability to rapidly learn these domains to understand and proactively apply the latest scientific findings for projects. Quality focused and well organized. Ability to handle mentorship and oversight of team members, leading them to adapt in a changing digital environment, and to prioritize / execute multiple projects and other tasks, knowing when to escalate issues before they become major problems. Knowledge of query and analytic languages and technologies (e.g., SQL, R, SAS, IHD, Aetion) and of relevant biological and medical data standards (e.g., HGNC / Entrez, ICD, CPT). Ability to create and interpret data dictionaries, functional and non-functional requirements for data visualization or other tools, and other technical documentation. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree or higher in Epidemiology or Biostatistics with substantial quantitative and computational components or commensurate professional experience. Experience assisting regulatory experts with new drug applications with FDA and EMA. Knowledge of US 21st Century Cures Act as it pertains to the inclusion of Real World Evidence into the FDA drug approval process. Significant years of focused experience in any of the following areas: real-world data analytics, observational or NIS research design, clinical or translational research, pharmaceutical Research & Development, or similar environment highly desired. Understands relevant standard of care & real-world healthcare delivery in a hospital/clinic (ED/IP), alt-site, OP, and/or home care settings highly desired. Knowledge of efficient programming practices and the software development life cycle preferred. Demonstrated track record of participation in successful cross-functional partnerships across countries and different cultures. OTHER JOB DETAILS Last Date to Apply for Job: December 31, 2024 The annual base salary for this position ranges from $161,600.00 to $269,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share-based long-term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-01-15