Use Your Power for Purpose

The Director of Bacterial Vaccines at Pfizer is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping the vision, strategy, and execution within Pfizer’s bacterial vaccine pipeline. This position requires an innovative and experienced leader with expertise in vaccine research and development. The Director will oversee a team of direct reports, with accountability for bacterial vaccine program research scientific leadership as well as oversight of antigen design and development (Molecular Biology) and serological and biochemical assay development (assays), including cell-based and ligand binding assays.

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. At the core of this mission is Research and Development, where we strive to transform advanced science and technologies into the most impactful therapies and vaccines. This collaborative effort focuses on the delivery of best-in-class vaccines to patients globally, fulfilling Pfizer’s commitment to making a significant difference in healthcare. Your work will be instrumental in improving patients' lives while working at Pfizer, within the broader Vaccine Research & Development group, and collaborating across functional areas to deliver a comprehensive and deep pipeline of vaccines based on emerging science in the academic world.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the long-term strategy for the bacterial vaccines program, aligning with Pfizer’s global objectives and public health priorities.

Scientific Oversight: Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, driving innovation in vaccine discovery, antigen design (molecular biology) and preclinical assay development (serological, biochemical and functional assay [OPA] development)

Considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for bacterial vaccines, particularly in the
area of Group B Streptococcus and Streptococcal species

Acts as technical / functional expert providing business direction to Vaccine Research
& Development while leveraging collaborations across Bioprocess, Medical Affairs,
Regulatory, Manufacturing and Commercial

Manage people, technology, and financial resources within Bacterial Vaccines Research
& Development

Talent Development: Mentor and develop team members, cultivating scientific
excellence and leadership within the group.

Solves highly complex problems and hold accountability for decisions within Vaccine Research & Development

Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Pfizer’s bacterial vaccines portfolio with key
opinion leaders, government agencies, and global health organizations.

Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure all research and development activities comply
with regulatory guidelines, ethical standards, and Pfizer’s internal policies.

Influences senior management decisions that have impact on business direction within
Vaccine Research & Development

Share knowledge across Bacterial Vaccines and establish systems for knowledge sharing

Foster continuous improvement and innovation in daily operations, encouraging acceptable risk-taking

Contribute to strategy development and execution, and manage talent and leadership development, including succession planning

Hold senior managers accountable for skill development and diversity, and lead resources to deliver on priorities

Set objectives and manage multiple high-complexity projects, leading scientists and reviewing experimental designs and data

Oversee planning, goal setting, and prioritization of novel vaccine programs, guiding experimentation in alignment with Bacterial Vaccines

Act as a primary scientific liaison with external partners, manage the vaccine and serve as a thought leader and spokesperson for Pfizer research

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

PhD with 5+ years in microbiology, immunology, or a related scientific discipline

Extensive experience in bacterial vaccine research and development, including leadership roles in the biopharmaceutical industry

Demonstrated track record of advancing bacterial vaccine candidates from discovery through clinical development

Demonstrated ability to manage a team of scientists and promote individual career development

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Experience managing complex cross-functional projects and delivering results

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills

Ability to independently design, plan, execute, and interpret experiments

Technical knowledge and hands-on experience with molecular biology and preclinical assay development

People Management Experience

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Demonstrated ability to perform complex data analysis

Experience in managing external partnerships and collaborations

Ability to influence and drive change across the organization

Excellent organizational and project management skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

 
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.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform mathematical calculations, ability to perform complex data analysis, ability to work in fast-paced environment, ability to work under pressure

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Travel may be required for scientific conferences, external collaborations, program specific meetings, etc. Must adhere to safe work practices, particularly while managing a team of laboratory based employees

Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $169,700.00 to $282,900.00. 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 | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). 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.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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