ROLE SUMMARY
Pfizer Digital continuously seeks opportunities to bring fresh and innovative ideas to our business. The Digital Rotational Program is looking for recent college graduates to join our fast-paced organization and contribute to the innovative culture we strive to maintain. The Rotational Program gives college graduates the opportunity to rotate through various rotations approximately 6-12 months each for a period of 24 months, acquiring essential skills and knowledge along the way. The mission of this program is to accelerate the development of knowledge and skills through experiences within Pfizer Digital in order to find the best fit for the individual and the organization, as well as find new and innovative ways to deliver quality Digital solutions to Pfizer.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of this role will vary depending on each rotation. Rotations are assigned based on organizational need and the colleagues’ skills and development plan. Rotational colleagues have the opportunity to pursue roles that are more technical and/or general in nature to build a variety of skills and knowledge. Below are descriptions and examples of the types of roles you may have throughout your time in the program:
TECHNICAL ROLES
Technically-oriented roles focus on developing skills such as Software Engineering, Technical Architecture, Information Security and Data Analytics. Our teams use cutting edge next generation technologies and analytics to develop systems, algorithms, and services which provide pharmaceutical therapies that improve patients’ lives. Roles within this area are suitable for candidates with a strong technical background.
Under direct oversight, role responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
Create applications and services using languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, PHP, and Python
Contribute to projects implementing cloud-based solutions in platforms like AWS, utilizing tools such as S3, Lambda, and Redshift, among others
Design and build software products for web, desktop, and mobile clients (both iOS and Android)
Learn various software development methodologies, such as agile and waterfall, and how software projects are progressed from idea through design and implementation and on through deployment and support.
Integrate systems using a variety of platform integration methods and tools
Optimize application architecture and systems performance for on premise and cloud-based applications
Design, document, implement, support and monitor technology infrastructure
Help move Pfizer's digital and "data-first" strategy forward by working on projects centered around the creation of data lakes, the application of new, sophisticated search techniques (such as Elasticsearch, et al), and advanced analytics
Perform advanced analytics and visualization techniques combining computer science and data science skills and capabilities using tools such as Spotfire, Tableau, Splunk, Power BI
Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
GENERAL ROLES
The general roles focus on developing skills to interface with clients and deliver value in IT projects and initiatives. These are most suitable for candidates pursuing Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Communications, and other non-technical degrees.
Under direct oversight, role responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
Engage with the customer to define their journey, touchpoints and digital experience
Gather, analyze, document and communicate business and technical requirements
Perform Business process mapping and analysis
Oversee and manage the rollout and support of technology solutions
Communicate updates and key milestones
Track project or department financials
Perform Risk identification and management
Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
Rotational positions are available across various Global Digital organizations such as Architecture, Analytics, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Product Development, Infrastructure and Cyber Security
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Data Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business, Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Communications, or equivalent degree preferred
Minimum GPA 3.0
No more than 2 years full-time continuous work experience in a business/corporate environment
DISCIPLINE SKILLS PREFERRED
Basic skills in at least one information technology related discipline such as:
Software and Mobile Development
Programming Languages
Technical Architecture
Cyber Security and Risk Management
Bioinformatics
Data Analytics
Business Analysis
Project Management
NON TECHNICAL SKILLS PREFERRED
Willingness to contribute fresh and innovative ideas
Technological aptitude
Change agile; must act on projects quickly
Seizes accountability/self-starter
Quickly learns new skills and knowledge readily
Team oriented
Demonstrated business acumen and leadership behavior
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytic and problem solving skills
Negotiation and influencing skills
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Must be immediately authorized to work in the U.S. without the employer’s sponsorship. This job or any derived full-time opportunity is not eligible for permanent residence (green card) sponsorship under our guidelines.
Pfizer is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
OTHER JOB DETAILS
PFIZER REQUIRES ALL U.S. NEW HIRES TO BE FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19 PRIOR TO THE FIRST DATE OF EMPLOYMENT. AS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, PFIZER WILL CONSIDER REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS.
SUNSHINE ACT
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
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. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.
Pfizer Inc. is a research-based, global biopharmaceutical company. We apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives through the discovery, development and manufacture of medicines, vaccines, medical devices and consumer healthcare products.