Director, Science Media Relations

pfizer.de

New York City, NY, US
Base: $162,900.00 to $271,500.00; bonus/equity: 20...
Hybrid
Media relations strategy and execution
Scientific earned media storytelling
Stakeholder management and risk mitigation
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

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 requires strong executional rigor, editorial judgment, stakeholder management, and the ability to manage complex, high-visibility workflows in a dynamic environment.
  • Pfizer offers comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid leave, and health coverage, along with eligibility for performance bonuses and long-term incentive programs.

Matching 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.

Salary

Base: $162,900.00 to $271,500.00; Bonus/Equity: 20.0% bonus target and share-based long term incentive; Benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid leave, health coverage

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
  • management of high-visibility workflows

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 required

Work Rights

Permanent US work authorization required

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