COVID-19 Vaccines, Medical Evidence Strategy Lead – Sr. Director

Pfizer

Pfizer leader overseeing global COVID-19 vaccine evidence, effectiveness and burden studies. Shaping epidemiologic strategy, regulatory support, data interpretation and scientific publications.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeCollegeville • Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $230,900 - $384,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analytic epidemiology and vaccinology, with a strong focus on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness and safety studies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, design and implement studies, and communicate complex scientific findings effectively.

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PhD In Analytic EpidemiologyVaccine-Related Medical Activities ExperiencePeer-Reviewed Publications LeadershipEpidemiology Study Design ExpertiseCross-Functional Leadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Analytic EpidemiologyVaccine Effectiveness StudiesStudy DesignData AnalysisProtocol DevelopmentEpidemiologic Best PracticesStatistical InterpretationProject ManagementVaccine Safety ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsStrong Work EthicCultural Leadership

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAI PlatformsData Surveillance DashboardsAnalytic PlansStudy Protocols

Industry Keywords

COVID-19Vaccine DevelopmentPublic HealthEpidemiologyVaccine-Preventable DiseasesRegulatory Agency InteractionsAdverse Event AssessmentsReal-World Evidence GenerationViral Respiratory DiseaseComirnaty Indications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee strategy for COVID-19 medical evidence generation and interpretation, including vaccine effectiveness and COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 burden studies
Support and collaborate with regional medical teams globally
Prioritize Comirnaty indications across licensed populations and countries
Set strategy for real-world evidence generation with Pfizer and BioNTech
Ensure studies meet scientific rigor, operational efficiency, regulatory requirements and public health needs
Set strategic goals for the COVID-19 vaccine program using epidemiologic best practices
Lead oversight of medical evidence strategy and post-authorization epidemiology studies
Design and harmonize methods, outcomes, protocols, case report forms and databases across studies
Incorporate regulatory considerations into vaccine effectiveness studies and regulatory interactions
Provide technical oversight and coordinate epidemiology and vaccine effectiveness studies
Serve as lead or integral member of key study teams and committees
Establish and maintain relationships with external partners for high-priority global studies
Oversee study methodology, protocols and analytic plans
Provide vaccine safety expertise and inputs on diagnostics, vaccine development and commercial considerations
Troubleshoot scientific and epidemiologic issues, including travel to study sites as appropriate
Analyze and interpret study data with internal and external statistics and data-analysis experts
Lead or oversee peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts and scientific congress presentations
Develop evidence strategy to support vaccine labeling and recommendations
Develop and track COVID-19 study budgets
Collate published epidemiologic evidence for regulatory submissions and vaccine recommendation bodies
Oversee internal surveillance dashboards and vaccine effectiveness trackers

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD with expertise in analytic epidemiology and experience with vaccinology
At least 10 years of experience in vaccine-related or vaccine-preventable disease medical/scientific activities
Recognized expertise in vaccines and viral respiratory disease
Lead or senior author of at least 5 peer-reviewed publications or book chapters, or principal/lead investigator for at least 2 major projects
Expertise in respiratory pathogen epidemiology and population-based vaccine studies
Experience working within a matrixed team
Ability to lead across diverse cultures and geographies
Substantial cross-functional leadership experience
Ability to manage projects to completion
Experience advancing vaccine-preventable disease epidemiologic projects from conception through completion
Ability to design studies, develop protocols and analytic plans, implement operations, analyze data, interpret results and report findings
Facility with reviewing, evaluating, interpreting and presenting complex COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness data
Understanding of data elements used to assess public health value and vaccine impact
Ability to interpret data and identify limitations for Pfizer and competitor vaccines
Proficiency with MS Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint
Familiarity and some experience using AI platforms integrated with work streams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including scientific writing
Lead authorship of at least 5 peer-reviewed publications in English
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence through others
Proven ability to build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders
Strong work ethic and record of delivering high-quality work within accelerated timelines
Willingness to travel up to 15%
Fluent in English writing, reading and speaking
Permanent work authorization in the United States
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available
Preferred: experience overseeing post-authorization effectiveness studies
Preferred: experience with adverse event assessments in vaccine effectiveness studies
Preferred: experience with regulatory agency interactions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus target of 25.0% of base salary through Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan
Eligibility to participate in Pfizer’s share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid personal days
Paid caregiver/parental leave
Paid medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility
Opportunity to grow and develop a career
Ownership culture valuing diversity