Director, External Science Lead, Biologics Discovery and Design
United States - Pennsylvania - CollegevilleAll locationsUnited States - Pennsylvania - CollegevilleUnited States - Massachusetts - CambridgeUnited States - California - La JollaUnited States - Washington – BothellUnited States - Connecticut - GrotonUnited States - New York - New York City Hybrid
$176,600–$294,300 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
Discovery Network (DN), External Science Lead Biologics Discovery and Design supports Pfizer's broad strategic objectives which include creating a future R&D ecosystem where internal capabilities and science blend with external innovation and where breakthrough ideas can develop into differentiated medicines. You will facilitate the evaluation and application of innovative biologics discovery and design platforms to strengthen Pfizer R&D pipeline. As part of the Preclinical & Translational Sciences (P&TS) and the Discovery Network (DN) team you will partner closely with BioMedicine Design (BMD) and engage the global life sciences ecosystem (academia, biotech, venture, and consortia) to source and advance technologies spanning protein therapeutic discovery, design, optimization and early developability, including AI/ML-enabled approaches. You will work closely across all Research Units (RUs) to ensure broad applicability and portfolio impact, leading diligence, governance, and partnership execution aligned with strategic priorities.
What you'll bring
- PhD or similar advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, including significant experience in biologics discovery, protein engineering, or related discipline
- Experience in business development, alliance management, or technology partnerships
- Knowledge of early developability and biologics optimization considerations
- Experience evaluating external scientific opportunities and driving prioritization
- Experience working in cross-functional, matrix organizations
- Strong communication skills, verbal, written and presentation, with experience communicating to different business groups/lines influencing senior stakeholders
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
- Travel to partnering conferences, scientific meetings, Pfizer and collaborator sites required app.
- 20% of time
- Work Location Assignment: This is a hybrid role requiring you to live within commuting distance and work on-site an average of 2.5 days per week or more as needed.
- Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.