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ROLE SUMMARY

Own the analytical methodology and evaluation rigor behind the Innovation, Data & Analytics team's AI-based workflows, directing model selection, cohort/segmentation science, and agent decision logic in partnership with Engineering and Governance.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Methodology & Analytical Direction

• Own model selection and evaluation frameworks for AI-based workflows
• Design cohort and customer/HCP segmentation methodology using real world data sources
• Direct the analytical logic and decisioning behind agentic workflows, ensuring methodological rigor and defensibility
• Partner with the AI/ML Engineer to translate methodology into production-grade agents and pipelines

Strategic Support & Collaboration

• Support strategic and tactical planning with regard to medical/analytical priorities
• Collaborate with the Data Architect/Data Analyst to ensure analytical outputs align with data model and quality standards
• Communicate generated insights and analytical trade-offs clearly to business and technical stakeholders
• Proactively identify new data inputs, analytical techniques, and evaluation approaches to improve workflow quality and adoption
• Provide mentorship and coaching to junior data scientists and data engineering colleagues

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, and oversee the analytical direction of AI-based workflows to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

• Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Clinical Informatics, or similar
• Experience (8+ years with Bachelor's; 7+ with Master's; 5+ with PhD) in data science, notably in the healthcare sector
• Healthcare/pharma data experience, including claims, EHR, and HEDIS/OMOP frameworks
• Hands-on experience evaluating and experimenting with LLMs and agentic systems
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and support the professional growth of colleagues
• Demonstrated effectiveness working in a cross-functional business environment
• Proven influencing skills and strong interpersonal skills to quickly build rapport and credibility with Pfizer leaders and key external stakeholders
• Effective English verbal and written communication with flexibility to be clear, consistent, compliant, and appropriate for a variety of settings including scientific/technical, promotional, patient/consumer, regulatory, and media
• In-depth understanding of the business of pharmaceutical medicine including clinical trial design, GCP and data interpretation, drug development, regulatory and promotional rules/guidance, legal and compliance, and issue management

Technical:

• Anticipates Customer and Market Needs - Knows the industry; knowledgeable in current and possible future trends; is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; always focused on patient safety first; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Acts Decisively - Makes timely and effective decisions by applying business and analytical acumen. Acts with urgency and removes barriers that hinder productivity.
• Builds Change-Agile Organizations - Develops teams that are facile at initiating and responding to change. Aligns teams and processes to support sustainable change.
• Strategic and Innovative Thinking - Demonstrates insightful thinking by developing creative approaches to analytical models and strategies and creates an environment to encourage others to do the same.
• Grows Leaders - Actively coaches and develops talent. Provides opportunities and experiences to develop skills, competencies, and business knowledge.
• Is a role model of Pfizer's values and behaviors.

Demonstrate ability to:

• Drive transformational change
• Lead teams and engage diverse stakeholders
• Understand the applications of technology to the Life Science sector

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job:September 23rd, 2026.
• Locations: NYHQ or PA-Collegeville or MA-Cambridge or CT-Groton or Europe any Pfizer site or QC - Montreal
• NOT Eligible for Relocation Package
• Position is hybrid and will require to work 2 to 3 days per week on site

#LI-PFE

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $162,900.00 to $271,500.00. 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. This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview.

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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