Senior Operations Lead, AI-Driven Drug Discovery

Manager operational job at Pfizer. Cambridge, MA.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Senior Manager of Operational Excellence role is an integral part of the Business Operations and Strategy Team reporting to the Internal Medicine Chief Scientific Officer, focusing on establishing Pfizer's Internal Medicine's AI-Driven Cardiometabolic Drug Discovery Institute. The position partners with IM leadership to build a collaborative ecosystem that integrates internal capabilities and scientific research with AI and external innovation, where breakthrough ideas can develop into new and differentiated medicines. This role will work closely with IM leadership to shape and articulate both scientific and business strategies, serves as a liaison between scientific and business, and leads business operations function for the AICMD institute.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with executive leadership to co-develop and refine both scientific and business strategies that align with the objectives set by the IMRU Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), serving as a strategic and thought partner to ensure alignment and impact Lead management of all internal and external communications, including executive briefings, strategic narratives, business plans, investor communications, as well as town halls and key events as appropriate Prepare high-quality executive briefings, strategic narratives, business plans, and investor communications within established timelines Lead meeting agendas, prepare business reviews, presentation material collation, and meetings/event management Act as Institute Compliance POC to ensure that all necessary trainings and compliance metrics are met Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership and stakeholders to drive efficient project execution and achieve goals Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure program success Act as a strategic liaison at the intersection of science and business, facilitating effective collaboration between internal research and development teams and external innovation networks Communicate collaboration status to senior leaders and act as a champion for the asset to ensure appropriate resources (budget and FTEs) are secured and deployed to facilitate delivery of the collaboration plan.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS with 6+ years of experience in a pharma and/or biotech environment Knowledge of scientific and strategic operations and industry-academic alliance management Broad understanding of cardiometabolic disease biology Proven experience supporting executive leaders in shaping, articulating, and communicating vision and strategy with clarity Excellent written and presentation skills, with the ability to craft executive-level briefings and reports Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional processes and to meet established deadlines Excellent organizational skills with high levels of energy Work independently with ability to seek solutions to complex problems Ability to plan, implement and achieve complex goals and objectives in a matrix environment Experience with relevant digital tools including SharePoint; Proficiency in Microsoft tools including Excel, PowerPoint and Word

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA/MS or advanced degree with 3+ years of experience pharmaceutical or biotech environment Familiarity with Pfizer organizations and processes In-depth expertise and experience in end-to-end drug development value chain, especially in the cardiometabolic disease and AI-driven approaches Exceptional project and stakeholder management skills Track record of successfully working effectively with multidisciplinary teams in collaborative environments 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 Demonstrated success in negotiating the environment of a highly matrix-based organization Last date to Apply for Job: October 24, 2025 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. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $112,700.00 to $187,800.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% 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. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Payfuture Technologies