Global Development Lead, Internal Medicine (MD, Sr. Director)
Pfizer
September 03, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (La Jolla, CA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Lead Clinical Development for Pfizer's Internal Medicine assets, acting as the primary clinical point of accountability in global regulatory submissions. Responsibilities: oversee cross-functional teams, develop and endorse clinical development plans and protocols, contribute to regulatory documents such as target product profiles and safety reports, and support trial design, execution, data interpretation, and submission strategies. Engage external stakeholders, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead regulatory submission activities. Requirements: MD or DO with 8+ years of experience in endocrinology or internal medicine, particularly cardiometabolic and type 2 diabetes; extensive knowledge of clinical development, ICH/GCP, and global regulatory standards. Preferred: leadership in late-stage drug development, experience managing large teams, and expertise in digital innovation and patient engagement. High-Value: focus on late-stage clinical trials (Phases 3 or beyond), global regulatory planning including China and Japan, and therapeutic expertise in metabolic/endocrinology indications. Work Setup: hybrid role based in the U.S., with up to 30% travel; relocation support available.