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Director, Kendall Square Site Affairs
Director, Kendall Square Site Affairs-March 2024
Cambridge
Mar 29, 2026
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Pfizer is a pharmaceuticals and biotechnology company.
10,000+ employees
Biotechnology, Manufacturing
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About Director, Kendall Square Site Affairs

  ROLE SUMMARY

  The Kendall Square (KSQ) Site Affairs Lead will coordinate the strategy and implementation for colleague engagement, site operations, external outreach and internal communications.They will work closely with the KSQ Site Head, Discovery & Early Development leadership team and other senior leaders at the KSQ site.They will report to the Site Affairs & Scientific Operations Head within the Program Management & Scientific Operations group. They will be responsible for ensuring Pfizer-Kendall Square remains a preeminent research facility, strengthen our ability to recruit and retain top talent, and support a culture aligned with our corporate values.They will oversee day-to-day operations of the site and act as the main point of contact for all Research Units and Partner Lines that operate at the site as well as support functions such as Global Operations, Security, Business Technology, and Finance. They will be required to build strong and sustainable relationships with leaders and colleagues across the site.

  The colleague in this role will be relied upon as a key strategic thinking partner for the Cambridge site and will be a key member of the innovation initiatives that will contribute to the site and Pfizer, overall.The individual should have a proactive and strategic approach to building partnerships externally and working to influence, develop, and attract and retain valuable talent.

  ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  Colleague Engagement:

  Leverage their business and scientific expertise to lead the Site Affairs team and provide leadership for the KSQ site.

  Is responsible to enable delivery of the PRD portfolio through the scientists and staff the reside at the KSQ site.

  Lead KSQ colleague engagement strategy in partnership with SA&SO Head, KSQ Site Head and the D&ED leadership team.

  Accountable for creating and enabling a culture where every colleague can do their best work and feels valued for their contribution to portfolio goals.

  Lead the KSQ Site Affairs team for internal events with Pfizer ELT, PRD LT and other executive leader visits.

  Collaborate with the Groton Site Affairs lead to support programming that will bring the Groton and KSQ sites closer together, identify areas of synergy and opportunities for cross-site programming.

  Responsible for KSQ internal communications.

  External Partnerships and Outreach:

  Responsible for hosting external visitors to provide overview and tour of the Cambridge site speaking to our science and portfolio.

  Partner to Pfizer Corp Government Affairs to support their work to engage Massachusetts legislative leaders and international government officials as needed to support Pfizer's business in those countries.

  Engage other leaders in Boston-area industry and trade organizations as the Pfizer representative e.g Kendall Square Association, MassBio trade organization.

  Establish a program for Pfizer Cambridge colleagues to engage in volunteer opportunities.

  Site Operations:

  Responsible for overseeing site operations activities related to the KSQ R&D site in partnership with the GWE Site Lead.

  Ensure that KSQ remains a state-of-the art R&D site that is designed optimally to support a highly productive R&D environment.

  Serve as a primary point of contact for Discovery & Early Development (D&ED) organization, Research Units and Partner Lines to resolve issues.

  Representing the scientists and all staff at the KSQ site to Enabling functions to ensure all staff have the resources and facilities needed to deliver the portfolio.

  A key decision-maker for prioritizing site facility & enhancement projects, such as space planning and renovations to optimize laboratory and office space utilization.

  Co-lead KSQ Crisis Management & Business Continuity team with KSQ Head of Security.

  Represent PRD in all KSQ Real Estate decisions and long term facility strategies.

  Serve as Pfizer Point of Accountability for the LabCentral610 laboratory operations, and leader of the LabCentral610 Steering Committee.

  Responsible for managing the KSQ Site Affairs budget.

  BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  BA/MS or Advanced degree required with 15+ years of relevant work experience.

  Experience in budget management.

  Track record in establishing and managing external partnerships.

  Experience in developing and executing communications strategies.

  A strong track record as a strategic thinker and implementer.

  Crisp decision-maker.

  Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to "manage by influence."

  High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and work collaboratively.

  Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.

  Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dynamic environment while demonstrating a resourceful, positive attitude and superior work ethic.

  Other Job Details:

  Last date to apply is January 31, 2024

  Work Location Assignment:On Premise

  This is a people manager role

  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.

  The annual base salary for this position ranges from $161,600.00 to $261,500.00. 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.

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

  Sunshine Act

  Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

  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.

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