Director, Science Media Relations

pfizer.ca

New York City, NY, US
Base: $162,900.00 to $271,500.00; bonus/equity: 20...
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Media relations strategy and execution
Scientific earned media storytelling
Stakeholder management and risk mitigation
** Pfizer is seeking a Director of Global Media Relations in New York City to lead media strategies for its research and development divisions. This role focuses on enhancing public perception through effective media engagement, requiring extensive experience in media relations, particularly within the pharmaceutical or biotech sectors. **

Job Summary

  • The Director of Global Media Relations leads media relations strategy and day-to-day execution for key research and development functions and divisions of Pfizer.
  • This position offers a hybrid work location and includes comprehensive benefits such as a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid leave, and health coverage.
  • The role requires managing complex, high-visibility workflows and partnering across multiple corporate groups to shape public understanding of Pfizer’s science and business.

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** Pfizer is seeking a Director of Global Media Relations in New York City to lead media strategies for its research and development divisions. This role focuses on enhancing public perception through effective media engagement, requiring extensive experience in media relations, particularly within the pharmaceutical or biotech sectors. **

Salary

Base: $162,900.00 to $271,500.00; Bonus/Equity: 20.0% bonus target plus long term incentive program; Benefits: comprehensive health, retirement, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • media relations strategy and execution
  • scientific earned media storytelling
  • stakeholder management and risk mitigation
  • executive digital content development
  • collaboration with R&D and business partners
  • high-visibility media workflow management

Nice-to-have

  • agency background experience
  • strong organizational and editorial judgment
  • resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments
  • strategic thinking and storytelling skills
  • knowledge of AI and LLMs in communications

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
  • 8+ years media relations experience in pharma or biotech
  • track record of scientific story placements
  • experience with healthcare issues management
  • mastery of AI basics and LLMs in communications
  • permanent US work authorization
  • excellent presentation and collaboration skills

Work Rights

Permanent US work authorization required

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