Medical Affairs Scientist (mfd) Secondment

All over the world Pfizer colleagues are working together to positively impact health for everyone our Pfizer Corporation Austria we market over 100 products for the Austrian market and supervise 9 clinical studies in cooperation with Austrian institutes. 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:

Medical Affairs Scientist (m/f/d)

Secondment: March 1st - August 31st 2026

ROLE SUMMARY

The (Senior) Medical Affairs Scientist (MAS) is a key scientific ambassador for Pfizer building long-term partnerships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other stakeholders to advance patient outcomes. Operating at the intersection of science healthcare innovation and patient impact as a MAS your role is central to the success of medical affairs in the Innovating for Growth (I4G) model.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Insight Generation Synthesis & Sharing

• Engage with HCPs KOLs authorities and scientific stakeholders as a peer fostering trust and credibility in all interactions.

• Generate document synthesize and compliantly share actionable medical insights from external engagements scientific exchange and stakeholder feedback.

• Effectively disseminate key scientific data using omnichannel and digital platforms ensuring relevant information reaches stakeholders in a timely and accessible manner.

• Ensure insights are communicated effectively to cluster medical leadership cross-functional teams and relevant internal stakeholders to inform strategy tactics and operational plans.

• Support the CML in external engagement acting as a visible and credible representative of Pfizer Medical in the market.

External Engagement & Stakeholder Management

• Formulate and execute a prioritized and impactful medical plan including KOL mapping. Use metrics to learn and iteratively improve.

• Execute manage and lead local projects events and omnichannel activities in alignment with cluster and International strategy and plans.

• Build and optimize enduring relationships with external stakeholders including medical societies regulators patient advocacy groups and payors.

• Actively participate in external forums and scientific events representing Pfizers medical interests and supporting the CMLs leadership in these settings.

• Serve as a scientific point of contact for assigned therapeutic areas in-country collaborating with cluster Scientific Experts and other internal stakeholders in line with I4G principles.

• Targeted support of the local clinical trial environment including protocol feasibility site identification investigator engagement and supporting recruitment.

Collaborative Working

• Compliantly share stakeholder insights internally to identify collaboration opportunities and drive cross-functional alignment.

• Collaborate with cluster medical access regulatory clinical and commercial teams to support integrated planning and execution.

• Inform and contribute to the execution of cluster-level medical and brand strategies in alignment with global and international goals.

Operational Effectiveness & Compliance

• Uphold the highest ethical standards scientific integrity and compliance in all activities.

• Take responsibility for own learning ensuring your skills and knowledge are up to date.

• Support regulatory and pharmacovigilance departments for compliance activities (safety updates product supply issues etc.).

For Senior MAS (in addition to above)

• Demonstrates autonomy decisiveness and judgement necessary for independent decision-making.

• Well-connected and respected in therapeutic area(s).

• Substantially contributes to above-market activities and workstreams.

• Demonstrates a mature understanding of local and international regulations ability to make sound judgements on complex projects and to advise more junior colleagues or colleagues from other areas.

• Shows leadership and ability to guide assist and mentor others.

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Advanced healthcare or scientific degree coupled with deep pharmaceutical experience and knowledge. A medical degree (MD) or equivalent and board certification or TA-related PhD and post-doctoral experience is desirable.

• Robust scientific and medical experience including clinical or research experience.

• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry local healthcare systems and regulatory environments.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze medical data and generate insights.

• Fluent business and medical English (additional languages as required by market).

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

External Stakeholders

• Healthcare professionals (HCPs) including physicians pharmacists and clinical investigators; Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and scientific experts in assigned therapeutic areas; Medical societies professional associations and academic institutions; Regulatory authorities payors and government health agencies; Patient advocacy groups and relevant non-governmental organizations; Contributors to national formularies.

Internal Stakeholders

• Country Medical Lead (CML) supporting external engagement and strategic initiatives; Cluster Scientific Experts; Cross-functional teams: Access & Value Regulatory Clinical Operations Commercial and Brand Teams; Cluster medical leadership and international medical colleagues

RESOURCES MANAGED

Financial Accountability

• The MAS may contribute to budget planning and oversight for medical initiatives scientific events and evidence generation activities working collaboratively with the Country Medical Lead and cross-functional teams to ensure resources are used efficiently to maximize patient and business impact.

Supervision

• This role is an individual contributor. Senior MAS may be expected to take on a mentoring / coaching role of more junior colleagues without direct reporting responsibility.

Work Location Assignment:Hybrid