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Senior Director, US Obesity Lead – US Medical Affairs, Obesity, non-MD

Pfizer
USA - NY - Headquarters, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 May 2026
💰 $358,100/yr($214,900/yr$358,100/yr)

About the role

ROLE SUMMARY

The Senior Medical Director, Berobenatide will provide strategic and scientific leadership for US Medical Affairs activities supporting berobenatide in obesity and obesity-related comorbid conditions. This role is accountable for shaping and executing the US medical strategy across the product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on US medical affairs strategy, evidence generation, cross-functional coordination, and external scientific engagement.

The role partners closely with Global Medical Affairs (GMAT), Commercial, Clinical Development, and Field Medical teams to ensure alignment between global strategy and US execution. As beronatide approaches launch and the obesity portfolio grows, this role may expand to include formal people leadership responsibilities.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead strategic planning and execution of US Medical Affairs strategy for berobenatide in obesity and comorbid conditions.
  • Translate strategy into integrated medical tactics and coordinate cross-functional execution.
  • Ensures timely and appropriate management of the medical affairs budget and expenditure
  • Support and shape the US evidence generation strategy including Phase IV, RWE, and publication activities.
  • Ensures seamless and coordinated partnership with Field Medical leadership to achieve integration of insights into strategy development and execution
  • Participate in medical and promotional review committees ensuring scientific rigor and compliance.
  • Establishes new and grow existing critical external relationships with US thought leaders and professional societies for obesity.  Provide input into medical engagement planning including advisory boards and scientific exchange.
  • Represent US Medical Affairs at national and international scientific congresses and conferences.
  • Manage key stakeholders including Global Medical Affairs (GMAT), Commercial teams, and other internal partners.
  • Contribute to future leadership needs as the portfolio and medical organization evolves.

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.

  • Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years industry experience; Master’s with 10+ years; or PhD/PharmD with 7+ years.
  • Significant experience in Medical Affairs or closely related pharmaceutical functions.
  • Experience in obesity, metabolic, cardiometabolic, or related therapeutic areas preferred.
  • Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and scientific communication skills.
  • Knowledge of real-world evidence, health care economics and its impact on medical decision making desired
  • Customer-oriented approach and ability to work in cross-functional teams • Proven strategic thinking skills and ability to interpret and implement strategic directions
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deal effectively with deadlines
  • Creativity, resourcefulness, high energy and flexibility • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Networking and negotiation skills • Strong Business acumen

Other Job Details:

Last Date to Apply for Job: June 1st, 2026

Eligible for Relocation Package: No

#LI-PFE

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $214,900.00 to $358,100.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% 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.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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