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Oncology AI Solutions Lead (Director)
Oncology AI Solutions Lead (Director)-February 2024
San Francisco
Feb 11, 2026
ABOUT PFIZER
Pfizer is a pharmaceuticals and biotechnology company.
10,000+ employees
Biotechnology, Manufacturing
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About Oncology AI Solutions Lead (Director)

  ROLE SUMMARY

  At Pfizer we deliver Breakthroughs That Change Patients Lives. Discovering new medicines at Pfizer takes teams with a diversity of skills, behaviors and approaches. Creativity, scientific excellence, tenacity, passion, hard work, organization, teamwork, courage, open-mindedness, curiosity - are just some of the traits successful R&D colleagues display at Pfizer, and we are looking for an ambitious AI Oncology Director to join our team.

  The Oncology AI Solutions Lead is a vital role within the Pfizer Oncology organization, acting as an operational business partner across Pfizer Oncology for all Artificial Intelligence (AI) related initiatives.

  The successful candidate will be a health technology solutions leader passionate about the potential of AI to transform the discovery and development of breakthrough oncology therapies with the potential to alter clinical practice and transform cancer patients' outcomes.

  The incumbent will help to embed a digital / AI-first mindset and culture across Pfizer Oncology teams, enable internal collaboration around AI initiatives and lead on external engagement to identify, evaluate, and secure AI oncology opportunities. It is expected that these efforts will provide direct and visible benefits to Oncology R&D process efficiency and product pipeline in the near-, mid-, and long-term. They will be responsible for implementing AI/digital innovation capabilities within Pfizer Oncology and collaborating with AI/Innovation colleagues in other parts of Pfizer to drive forward the digital first R&D agenda across the organization.

  ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  Strategy:

  Support the Oncology Data and AI Strategy Lead and Pfizer Oncology leaders in identifying and articulating opportunities for digital technologies/transformation to accelerate Oncology R&D breakthroughs and optimize R&D processes.Lead as an AI Subject Matter Expert within Oncology R&D, championing AI and innovative technology to achieve Pfizer Oncology goals, inform development decisions and drive future access for patients in a faster and HCP/patient centric manner.Maintain current knowledge of technology trends and industry solutions via market intelligence and strategic vendor partnerships. Work closely with Pfizer Oncology teams to identify emerging external AI/digital innovations and technologies.

  Implementation:

  Execute against Pfizer Oncology's AI breakthrough goals including managing cross-functional teams across Pfizer Oncology budget monitoring, KPI's and successful deployment in partnership with digital.Support the Oncology Data and AI Strategy Lead in developing business case / ROI expectations for above innovation opportunities (in partnership with Business Development where relevant) and work with Pfizer Oncology functional leaders and the LT to obtain enterprise endorsement and funding for the proposed innovations.Collaborate with colleagues across Pfizer Oncology, Pfizer RD and the broader business, including interacting with machine learning (ML) professionals, data scientists and programmers within AI/Data COEs to lead the implementation of novel AI-enabled approaches and/or strategic initiatives that deliver more efficient and effective Oncology R&D processes, as well as providing strategic insight into programs.Supporting colleagues across Pfizer Oncology with innovative data/AI/ML solutions to complement and reorganize existing practices - including Identifying recent developments in AI research that may impact Oncology R&D.Manage lifecycle of AI/digital solutions from concept design, prototyping, to development and release. Work with R&D IT teams to identify and manage data security risks and GxP validation requirements for digital technologies.Serve as Pfizer representative to strategic AI/digital partnerships with external organizations, healthcare institutions, and tech companies to leverage AI capabilities and stay at the forefront of innovation.Serve as representative of Pfizer Oncology's AI oncology innovation to biotech, venture, and academic communities.

  Impact:

  Measure and demonstrate tangible business impact of AI- solutions and analyzing data to assess ROI and making data driven decisions to optimize AI strategies for maximum value creation.Drive awareness among Pfizer Oncology eams of the value created / ROI from oncology development-focused AI/digital technological innovation, and work with Pfizer Oncology Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs colleagues on external communications on these topics

  BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  Bachelor's Degree in computer science (or related field) with 14+ years experience in implementation of AI/ML/DL-driven strategies. Deep insights into the biotech / healthcare AI/digital environment/ecosystem.5+ years' experience in driving cross functional teams to develop AI solutions aligned with business goals for maximum impact and successful delivery.5+ years' experience in leading AI/digital innovation strategies and implementation in the biotech / pharmaceutical R&D field.Passionate about the application of AI/Gen-AI in healthcare to transform patient outcomes and care.Experience acting as an interface between business and technical delivery teams to originate and implement novel forms of analytics and manage cross-functional innovation projects.Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work within a matrix organization and collaborate effectively across functions (e.g., R&D, Commercial and IT)Strong demonstrated skills in relevant capabilities such as product development, ecosystem activation, etc.

  Optional requirements

  Experience working in the Oncology therapeutic area.Experience working with Design Thinking processes.Strong technical skills including applying and developing methods of algorithms in AI, data sciences best practices, problem solving and analytical thinking.Demonstrated success in developing and executing AI and innovation strategies within biopharmaceutical industry or a similarly highly regulated setting.

  The annual base salary for this position ranges from $156,900.00 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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