Medical Director, Migraine, non-MD

Role Summary The Medical Director will provide scientific and medical expertise in migraine, contributing to the development and execution of U.S. medical strategies and tactics for the rimegepant portfolio. The role will be an integral member of the U.S. Medical Affairs organization and the cross‑functional U.S. Migraine team(s). The Medical Director will support key internal and external medical initiatives, including engagement with healthcare professionals, identification of clinical care gaps, and development of customer‑focused scientific communication, educational resources, and therapeutic area training. The role will work closely with Field Medical, Global Medical Affairs (GMA), and cross‑functional colleagues to support and execute upon the U.S. Medical Affairs plan. Responsibilities Support the development and execution of U.S. medical strategies and tactics in support of the migraine portfolio. Collaborate with cross‑functional colleagues from Commercial, Field Medical, HEOR, Digital, U.S. Medical Information, and other relevant internal partners to enhance and deliver upon U.S. Medical plan(s). Serve as a Medical Affairs reviewer within the U.S. Review Committee (RC), supporting scientific accuracy and compliance of promotional and non‑promotional materials in collaboration with Legal, Regulatory, and Marketing colleagues. Serve as a reliable scientific resource regarding disease state, clinical data, product labeling, and competitive landscape for migraine. Support and shape the U.S. evidence generation strategy, including PhaseIV research, real‑world evidence (RWE), and publication activities. Support and coordinate U.S. medical congress activities, including coverage planning, session prioritization, and onsite medical support, in alignment with U.S. Medical Affairs plans. Provide scientific input into the development of medical and educational content, ensuring accuracy, clinical relevance, and alignment with medical strategy, and incorporating insights from Field Medical and customer interactions, as appropriate. Support the customer insights process, collaborating with Field Medical and internal stakeholders to incorporate insights into medical activities and content, and participating in advisory boards or other insight‑generation activities, as appropriate. Ensure seamless and coordinated partnership with Field Medical leadership to achieve integration of insights into strategy development and execution. Partner with U.S. Medical Information to provide expert input into Medical Letters and response documents, as needed. Support therapeutic area and product training needs by delivering scientific training to new cross‑functional colleagues and supporting training related to new medical content, as appropriate. Develop medical content for congresses, symposia, promotional speakers, and advisory boards, and lead or participate in such activities in full compliance with company policy. Proactively bring the patient and physician voice to brand efforts to provide medicines meeting their needs on cross‑functional teams, while considering the needs of customers, including payers. Collaborate with Global Medical Affairs (GMA), and as appropriate, Commercial Development, Clinical Development, Research, and other cross‑functional teams in driving U.S. strategic direction for the brand. Represent U.S. medical perspective in the Publications Subcommittee; implement appropriate publication strategy and tactics in accordance with company policy. Proactively identify and address potential medical issues and ensure implementation of risk‑management strategies in collaboration with team partners. Proactively assess safety and regulatory aspects of the medicine with partners in these functional lines, including participation in safety and labeling working groups and potential interactions with the regulatory agency(ies). Ensure timely and appropriate management of the medical affairs budget and expenditure for assigned projects. Work within functional teams to develop a common interpretation of data, a shared understanding of how product attributes drive realistic product profiles, and broad buy‑in to the development strategies most likely to achieve optimal labeling, access, and pricing. Qualifications Doctoral degree in clinical/pharmacy specialty (PharmD, NP, PA) and/or PhD with 5+years of relevant experience. At least 5years of experience in Medical Affairs or closely related pharmaceutical function. Experience in migraine or headache medicine therapeutic area is highly preferred. Working knowledge of promotional review, payer access, customer‑facing medical, clinical trial operations, safety, and regulatory is a plus. Understanding of the drug development process. Knowledge of health‑care economics and its impact on medical decision‑making. Strong analytical skills with the ability to objectively interpret and analyze medical and scientific data. Proven strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret and implement strategic directions. Customer‑oriented approach with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and matrix teams. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively. Creativity, resourcefulness, high energy, and flexibility. Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills when working with external customers and internal colleagues. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills. Fluency in written and spoken English required. Compensation & Benefits Annual base salary for this position ranges from $176,600.00 to $294,300.00. In addition, the position is eligible for participation in the Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in share‑based long‑term incentive program. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Location & Travel Location: NYHQ. This hybrid position requires working onsite 2 to 3 days per week from NYHQ and travel as needed for business purposes. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr