Development Head, Respiratory

• United States
  - Pennsylvania
  - Collegeville
• United States
  - Massachusetts
  - Cambridge

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The Development Head, Respiratory will be a pivotal leader within Pfizer’s Research & Development Inflammation & Immunology (I&I) Division, reporting to the Chief Development Officer for I&I. This role will set and execute a compelling vision for Respiratory, driving the development of groundbreaking therapies, shaping the overall strategy. The leader will oversee end-to-end clinical program performance, including protocol development and robust trial execution, while building a world-class pipeline from internal and external sources.

As part of the I&I leadership team, the Development Head will provide strategic direction, foster cross-functional collaboration, and mentor a high-performing global Development team. The successful candidate will be a hands‑on thought leader with deep expertise in respiratory and clinical development, committed to delivering patient-focused, data‑driven innovation. This position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

• Strategic Oversight & Vision:Shape and drive the strategic direction for I&I clinical programs in Respiratory. As a member of the I&I Development leadership team, is a critical part and driver of the overall I&I strategy and Development leadership.
• Team Leadership & Culture:Inspire, mentor, and develop the program and clinical leaders in Respiratory, fostering an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning, while championing Pfizer’s commitment to patient‑centricity, entrepreneurial thinking, and data‑driven excellence.
• Clinical Programs:Drive the adoption of innovative trial designs to enhance clinical impact and accelerate value creation. Accountable for the planning and performance of all clinical programs in Respiratory from Phase 1 onwards to live cycle management.
• External Engagement:Act as a visible ambassador for Respiratory at Pfizer at scientific conferences articulating the Company’s vision and cultivating strong relationships with KOLs, CROs, academic collaborators, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Partnership:Work cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Safety, Operations, and Business Development and the Commercial organization to align and integrate clinical strategies and standards across the I&I portfolio.
• Industry Foresight:Continuously scan and interpret the evolving scientific and competitive landscape, leveraging emerging technologies and disruptive trends to inform and evolve Pfizer’s clinical strategy in I&I.

• M.D. with at least 10 years’ experience leading development respiratory clinical trials including early and late projects, including submissions.
• Proven success in I&I clinical project/program leadership.
• Deep understanding of I&I drug development, protocol writing, study conduct, data analysis, and regulatory submissions.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in I&I.
• Experience with global I&I regulatory submissions and interactions with major regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with CROs, KOLs, regulatory authorities, and the broader I&I research community.
• Track record of leveraging data, technology, and innovative approaches to scale clinical operations and deliver value for patients.

The Development Head, Respiratory will be a pivotal leader within Pfizer’s Research & Development Inflammation…