Research and Development Director jobs in Connecticut

Why Patients Need You

We live in a world of fast knowledge creation supported by technology platforms. Pfizer's digital and 'data first' strategy looks to accelerate the delivery of impactful technology solutions for research, development and medical functions. We also look to constantly improve our skills by collaboration and information sharing through business technology to help employees find the best healthcare solutions for our patients. You will be working with a team of innovators who keep our systems up and running as well as our information secure. We need dedicated colleagues like you to enhance patients' quality of care through new ideas and innovative information technology solutions .

What You Will Achieve

Your technical skills will help us develop and support robust software for our business. You will lead a range of activities, such as coding, testing, debugging, documentation, implementation and maintenance of software applications for Pfizer. Y ou will guide and develop program logic for new applications and modify existing ones.

Your leadership skills and innovative ideas with drive the growth of the Pfizer Digital team. As an advisor and an expert, you will be able to build and leverage constructive relationships across the organization to achieve your division's goals and objectives. You will be entrusted with developing Pfizer's strategies for a portfolio of products and projects.

Through your expertise and extensive knowledge, you will be able to foster a culture that promotes innovation and thrives on doing better for patients and healthcare .

How You Will Achieve It

• Develop innovative or original ideas and lead/co-lead divisional projects.
• Establish strategic vision and guiding principles for advanced analytics related to Pfizer Digital.
• Provide consultation on guidelines and standards on digital solution formulations.
• Provide Enterprise and Business Architecture services to all aspects of Pfizer business requiring a broad understanding of pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, digital business technology capabilities and architecture concepts.
• Define a catalog of consultative services offered by the Architecture team and develop templates, practices and procedures for the delivery of the services.
• Lead and provide oversight on application and technology lifecycle, from emerging technology assessments through to renewal or retirement.
• Establish approach for embedding analytics into in-house developed solutions.
• Develop methods to understand current and future business requirements and works with application owners, data domain owners and business leaders to ensure strategic business goals are met.
• Act a subject matter expert of the principles, concepts and theories with advanced knowledge of the domain.
• Build, maintain and govern execution of enterprise blueprint, principles, reference patterns, standards, strategic partners and lifecycle.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience in drug discovery research /oncology areas.
• Strong interpersonal skills and evidence of enabling teamwork in a matrix environment.
• Proven ability to build coalitions and develop strong partnerships across functions.
• Executive presence and ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with managing geographically diverse onshore and offshore consultants .

Nice-to-Have

• Master's degree and relevant pharmaceutical enterprise architecture experience.
• Possess an agile mindset" focused on getting things done quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and planning capabilities .

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.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal travel for meeting will be needed

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Other Job Details

• Last day to apply: June 13, 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 | (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.

* The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $145,400.00 to $242,400.00.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

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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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