Job Description
Role Description
The role of Associate Director VMRD Genetics, US and CLAR, is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of US and CLAR specific Genetics R&D programs. This includes supervising colleagues and contractors contributing to the computational aspects and project oversight of the pipeline, providing subject area expertise to other VMRD projects, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and providing scientific leadership for specific global R&D projects. The role also ensures that the regional genetics business goals are reflected in global genetics R&D programs. The position reports to the Senior Director Genetics R&D.
Qualifications
PhD in Animal Science, Statistics, Quantitative Genetics, Animal Breeding, or a related field with at least five years relevant experience in the development and application of Genomics-based tools for the management and genetic improvement of animals.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Marketing Statement
All over the world, Pfizer colleagues are working together to positively impact health for everyone, everywhere. Each position at Pfizer touches and contributes to the success of our business and our world. That's why, as one of the global leaders in the biopharmaceutical industry, Pfizer is committed to seeking out inspired new talent who share our core values and mission of making the world a healthier place.
On June 7, 2012, Pfizer announced the next steps in the strategic alternatives review process for its Animal Health business. Preparations are under way to file a registration statement in the U.S. for a potential initial public offering (IPO) of a minority ownership stake in Animal Health. The name of the standalone company will be Zoetis™ (zo-EH-tis). Zoetis, will build on Pfizer Animal Health's position as a leader in the discovery, development, manufacture and marketing of a diverse portfolio of animal vaccines, medicines, bio pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and genetic tests to prevent and treat disease in livestock and companion animals.
The business markets its products in more than 120 countries with operations in developed and emerging markets and provides comprehensive animal health solutions to veterinarians and the livestock farmers and companion animal owners they support. The business has an extensive research and development network and holds leading market positions across major geographic regions, including North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific.