Senior Director (m/f/d) Clinical Site Operations Germany

Senior Director (m/f/d) Clinical Site Operations Germany

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.

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer\’s trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world.

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

A career at Pfizer offers opportunity, ownership and impact.

All over the world, Pfizer colleagues work together to positively impact health for everyone, everywhere. Our colleagues have the opportunity to grow and develop a career that offers both individual and company success; be part of an ownership culture that values diversity and where all colleagues are energized and engaged; and the ability to impact the health and lives of millions of people. Pfizer, a global leader in the biopharmaceutical industry, is continuously seeking top talent who are inspired by our purpose to innovate to bring therapies to patients that significantly improve their lives.

Right now, we are seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position:

Senior Director (m/f/d) Clinical Site Operations Germany

Location: Berlin, Germany

Are you a visionary leader in clinical research ready to drive global impact? Pfizer is seeking a Senior Director of Clinical Site Operations to lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across our worldwide clinical trial network.

About the Role:

As Senior Director, you will be responsible for overseeing site operations in Germany, ensuring the successful start-up, management, and monitoring of clinical trials. You will lead a diverse team of Site Care Partners and Site Monitors, manage external partnerships (e.g., CROs, FSPs), and collaborate cross-functionally with global stakeholders to ensure quality, compliance, and patient safety.

You will also:

• Shape and implement global strategies for site operations and trial delivery.
• Serve as a key point of contact for regional Medical Affairs and regulatory bodies.
• Influence clinical development environments through industry engagement and innovation.
• Drive performance metrics, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

Several years of experience in clinical research, with leadership roles in multinational pharmaceutical or CRO settings.

Education: MD degree with PhD preferred.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead large, cross-regional teams and manage complex portfolios.

Expertise: Deep knowledge of clinical trial methodologies, regulatory frameworks, and GCP.

Skills: Strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, change leadership, and budget management.

We offer:

A dynamic, inclusive, and flexible work environment.

Opportunities to shape the future of ethical clinical research.

A platform to influence global health outcomes at scale.

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