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Global Development Lead, Internal Medicine (MD, Sr. Director)

Pfizer
September 03, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Pearl River, NY)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: The Global Development Lead (GDL) oversees clinical development for assigned Internal Medicine assets within Pfizer, serving as the primary clinical point on the Global Medicine Team. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams (clinical, pharmacology, statistics, safety, commercial, patient access, operations), designing and executing global clinical development plans, and supporting regulatory submissions. The GDL ensures trial feasibility, oversees protocol design, and provides therapy area expertise, especially in cardiometabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes. They also contribute to regulatory documents, safety reporting, and external stakeholder engagement, including advisory boards and patient advocates. Qualifications: MD or DO with 8+ years in clinical research, preferably with endocrinology or internal medicine focus, and experience in late-stage clinical development and global regulatory standards (ICH/GCP). Skills include clinical/medical expertise, leadership, cross-functional influence, conflict management, and strategic thinking. High-Value: Focus on internal medicine, cardiometabolic indications, late-stage or regulatory submission phases, global regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Work setup: Hybrid role requiring on-site presence (~2.5 days/week) within commuting distance; up to 30% travel; relocation support available.