Director, Oncology AI Product & Engineering Lead

Responsibilities

• Own the Oncology AI product strategy and roadmap across discovery, translational science, clinical development, and real-world evidence
• Lead and manage a cross-functional team of AI engineers, providing technical direction, prioritization, and coaching
• Translate complex scientific and operational problems into clear AI product requirements, success metrics, and delivery plans
• Partner with Oncology scientific leaders, clinical teams, Digital, Enterprise AI, and IT to ensure solutions are aligned with enterprise platforms
• Evaluate AI concepts, prototypes, and technical approaches to provide informed guidance and trade-off decisions
• Assess Oncology workflows to identify and propose opportunities for automation and process improvements
• Drive stakeholder engagement, change management, and adoption to ensure AI solutions move beyond pilots to sustained impact

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field with 5+ years of applied analytical experience
• OR Master’s in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field with 7+ years of applied analytical experience
• Demonstrated impact leading AI-enabled products, platforms, or analytics solutions in pharma, biotech, healthcare technology, or AI startups
• Strong understanding of Oncology R&D workflows and the role of data and AI in scientific and clinical decision making
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams in a matrixed environment
• High technical fluency to effectively evaluate AI/ML approaches without hands-on development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating at the intersection of science, product management, and engineering
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts including data pipelines, model development, and prototyping workflows
• Experience scaling AI solutions in large, regulated organizations

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary and performance-based bonus target
• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and additional retirement savings contributions
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, and paid caregiver/parental leave

About the Company

Pfizer Oncology is building an AI-first R&D engine where artificial intelligence is a foundational capability shaping how medicines are discovered, developed, and delivered to patients. We are looking for new talent to join our global community to unearth innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.