Clinical Scientist (m/f/d)

All over the world, Pfizer colleagues are working together to positively impact health for everyone, everywhere. As we continue to develop healthcare products and expand our business globally, we are consistently looking for new talents. Right now, we are seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position:

Clinical Scientist (m/f/d)

Role Summary

The Clinical Scientist (CS) is responsible for the execution and oversight of observational, epidemiological, non‑interventional, pragmatic, and low‑interventional studies, as well as research collaborations, supporting one or more asset programs within a Therapeutic Area (TA).

Working in a global, cross‑functional matrix, the CS ensures consistent, high‑quality study conduct, data integrity, and compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements. The role includes hands‑on study execution, oversight of vendor‑ and CS‑led studies, and co‑leadership of Study Core Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support complex studies or lead low‑complexity studies across the full study lifecycle, including protocol development, training, vendor management, study oversight, data review, and reporting.
• Ensure consistency, quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance across all assigned studies.
• Collaborate with Medical Evidence Generation (MEG), Medical Affairs, Statistics, Clinical Data Sciences, and external partners.
• Provide operational input into tactical study implementation aligned with asset strategies.
• Identify and resolve operational or scientific issues; escalate as appropriate.
• Represent the Clinical Scientist function in program teams and governance forums as needed.
• Support regulatory submissions, inspections, and audits.
• Present and discuss study data internally and externally (e.g., with KOLs or regulators).
• Contribute to R\&D initiatives and process improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Education

• BA/BS with 5+ years relevant experience, or
• MS/MBA with 3+ years, PharmD/PhD with 2+ years, or MD/DO with 1+ year

Experience & Skills

• Industry experience as a Clinical Scientist or in a comparable role
• Hands‑on experience in epidemiological or observational study design and conduct
• Experience working in multinational, cross‑functional teams
• Independent authorship of protocols and key study documents
• Strong knowledge of clinical research processes, GCP, and regulatory operations
• Working knowledge of statistics and data interpretation
• Experience managing external vendors
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a global role
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Therapeutic area experience

Travel

• Up to 10% domestic and international travel
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on project needs

We offer:

• Attractive remuneration
• Corporate health management
• Flexible working hours with Homeoffice-option
• Various career and development opportunities thanks to e.g. Growth Gigs and Mentoring
• Recognition for company anniversaries, monetary gifts for special occasions
• Social engagement as part of corporate volunteering

The salary depends on your educational background and expertise as well as your previous experiences but will at least amount to € 90.500 gross p.a. on a fulltime base.

Together we represent:

Breakthroughs that change patients' livesTM – At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: Courage, Excellence, Equity and Joy. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. Learn more about Pfizer as an employer via: www.pfizer.at

Convinced?

We are looking forward to your online application with all complete documents.

Pfizer's aim is to provide equality of opportunity in the recruitment process by avoiding discrimination on the grounds of: sex, age, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or disability. At Pfizer we are creating an organisation and promoting a culture that respects each individual's unique character and life experiences, and reflects the diversity of our customers and markets. We will achieve this through fostering and sustaining an environment in which every colleague feels valued and supported, thus enabling superior business results.