Director, Molecular Pathology

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.In a CLIA laboratory setting, as a member of our Translational Pathology team, you will:Support in house Translational, Research and Development (R&D) and Clinical Trial needs.Facilitate the execution of biomarker strategies and work across multiple programs within the company to support the development of our portfolio via target validation, biomarker and diagnostic development, biomarker testing and algorithm development.Provide oversight and guidance to implement and deliver NGS technology and other molecular technologies and results for Translational Sciences, R&D and Clinical Trial purposes.Provide subject matter expertise toward IHC and ISH assay development, implementation, and interpretation, including algorithm development, by interacting with cross-functional teams.Help provide Quality Control oversight of internal and external Pathology data from relevant technologies and interact with internal and external stakeholders.Work within a validated LIMS system in both glass slide and Digital Pathology formats for the evaluation of FFPE stained tissue.Contribute diagnostic Pathology expertise to the development and/or use of Digital Pathology and Artificial Intelligence technologies, as applicable.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvide guidance and expertise to support NGS capabilities and service in a CLIA laboratory environment to support internal program needs for clinical and research specimens.Participate in data and report review and delivery.Serve as a subject matter expert to guide laboratory menu offerings.Assist with Pathology and Laboratory SOP Development.Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on answering key biological questions.Conduct pathology review and scoring (H&E, IHC and ISH) for clinical and research specimens.Provide Quality Control oversight to internal and external IHC, ISH, NGS and other Pathology data.Provide diagnostic Pathology expertise to all relevant efforts, as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMD or MD/PhD with current medical license (Washington licensure to be obtained prior to start date).Board Certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology.American Board of Pathology Certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology.Clinical experience with next generation sequencing interpretation.Excellent managerial, reporting and communication skills.Experience ensuring compliance of a clinical laboratory to regulatory standards.Experience working in a regulated clinical laboratory environment (CLIA/CAP/NYSDOH/QSR).Familiarity with Digital Pathology and/or AI Pathology applications.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge and/or experience in oncology, cancer immunotherapy, medical immunology and clinical research.Hematopathology experience or Fellowship training.Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.Relocation support available.Work Location Assignment: On Premise.The annual base salary for this position ranges from $213,500.00 to $355,800.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share-based long-term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments.EEO & Employment EligibilityPfizer 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.

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