Director, Applied AI: Horizon Scanning & Strategy
Pfizer
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Job summary
Pfizer is seeking a Director of Applied AI (Horizon Scanning) to identify, evaluate, and translate emerging AI technologies into opportunities for Pfizer’s U.S. Commercial organization.
The role connects external AI innovation with commercial strategy, guiding horizon scanning, technology intelligence, and rapid evaluation to inform roadmap decisions. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in AI/tech strategy, strong understanding of generative AI, and the ability to convert complex concepts into
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in AI, technology strategy, or related roles.
- Strong understanding of generative AI, foundation models, and enterprise AI architectures.
- Ability to translate technical concepts into strategic business recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Identify emerging AI technologies and assess opportunities for Pfizer’s U.S. Commercial.
- Evaluate feasibility, scalability, data requirements, and enterprise readiness of AI options.
- Translate external AI signals into use cases, roadmaps, and investment priorities.
- Partner across functions to shape strategy, governance, and execution pathways.
- Design proofs of value and collaborate with product and transformation teams.
Skills
Education
Job description
Pfizer is seeking a Director of Applied AI (Horizon Scanning) to identify, evaluate, and translate emerging AI technologies into opportunities for Pfizer’s U.S. Commercial organization.
The role connects external AI innovation with commercial strategy, guiding horizon scanning, technology intelligence, and rapid evaluation to inform roadmap decisions. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in AI/tech strategy, strong understanding of generative AI, and the ability to convert complex concepts into
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