Diversity & Inclusion Articles

Programs & Initiatives

This Rotational R&D Program Allows Young Scientists to Experiment in Their Careers

Young scientists face some tough decisions when they graduate from college. Will they use their degree to enter a science-related field? Go to grad school? Forge a new path entirely?At Pfizer, a two-year program allows a handful of recent graduates to “try out” different jobs across the drug development process and learn more about career choices — and themselves. Associates accepted to the R&D Rotational Program immerse themselves in four rotations of their choosing for six months each. “I see...

Purpose & Ideals

Pfizer's Commitment to Disability Inclusion and Why It Matters at Work

When Rady Johnson contemplates the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, he thinks of his son, Michael. Michael, who is 31, has worked as an office assistant at a travel agency for about 10 years. In the summer, he also works on a maintenance crew at a beach. “He's just the hardest worker that you'll ever see,” says Rady, who is Pfizer's Chief Compliance, Quality & Risk Officer. Michael also lives with an intellectual disability. Rady and his wife, Diane, adopted Michael from...

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Pfizer’s Institute of Translational Equitable Medicine Addresses Equity in Health Research

When it comes to healthcare, the terms “equitable” and "access" often go hand-in-hand. In order to prevent, treat, and identify diseases that disproportionately impact underserved and minority populations, Pfizer believes that research must be directed to the root causes of healthcare disparities. The recently-launched Institute of Translational Equitable Medicine (ITEM) is intended to do just that: work toward a more equitable future of health care. For Aida Habtezion, M.D., who is Pfizer’s...

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Pfizer's Commitment to Supplier Diversity

While it’s easy to recognize the economic and social benefits that suppliers and their communities receive by doing business with a global biopharmaceutical company such as Pfizer, the benefits are far more mutual than they may seem. Applying innovative perspectives gained from working with suppliers that bring diversity, Pfizer is better able to improve patient care through these connections to a more inclusive group of communities, thus improving health for all. One way Pfizer has worked to...

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Ramcess Jean-Louis Is Ready to Build on Pfizer’s Longtime Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As the new Global Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer at Pfizer, Ramcess Jean-Louis is betting that the global biopharmaceutical company that delivered a COVID-19 vaccine in nine months will support the mission of his office with a similar urgency and can-do spirit. “I feel as if I’ve joined an organization that has the mentality and philosophy that nothing is impossible. When we apply that same urgency and attention to the area of diversity, equity and inclusion, the...

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Aiming for Equity: Assessing Pfizer's Ongoing Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

As one of the world’s most prominent biopharmaceutical companies, Pfizer recognizes a responsibility, not just to pioneering medical and scientific breakthroughs, but also to building teams of scientists, doctors, and professionals that represent and model a diverse workforce.   In 2020, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla laid out a series of goals to demonstrate the company’s dedication to Equity, one of Pfizer’s four core values, by increasing diversity and inclusion. These goals focus on improving...

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Doing Better: Increasing Diversity in Clinical Trials

Diversity in clinical trials is key to equitable health outcomes. Increasingly, clinicians, researchers and patients are realizing that a lack of diversity in clinical trial participants may contribute to the stubborn persistence of health disparities, such as the fact that Black Americans are 30% more likely than whites to die prematurely of heart disease.1 After all, if a clinical trial for a new nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) drug doesn’t include an adequate number of Black participants...

Does Being a Person of Color Increase Your Health Risks?

The US has become more ethnically diverse in the last century, and in general our health and the quality of care we receive has improved. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case for some people of color. In fact, certain medical conditions and health behaviors—and the factors that can lead to them—are more common or severe among some people of color. Below are facts about 5 such conditions and behaviors, followed by steps you can take to help prevent them. Diabetes. Among adults in the US...

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Diverse Perspectives

Pfizer Latino Community   Purpose: Unleash the power of Latino talent to support Pfizer in being an amazing workplace for all and advance the breakthroughs that change patients’ lives​.   Learn more about diversity and inclusion at Pfizer.

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Yo Me Cuido (I Take Care of Myself)

In the midst of this global pandemic, self-care couldn’t be more important as society navigates through these uncertain times.  Self-care plays an essential role in maintaining our health and well-being. It includes staying active, maintaining good physical and mental health, preventing illness and receiving care when needed.     In 2020, the Pfizer Latino Community launched the “Yo Me Cuido” (I Take Care of Myself) campaign to empower individuals and families to take responsibility for their...

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Latino Colleagues at Pfizer Are Developing Potential Solutions for People Affected by COVID-19

Traditionally, National Hispanic Heritage Month is marked from September 15th to October 15th and honors the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. In recognition of this culturally significant month, learn more about the Pfizer Latino colleagues who are making a difference in the fight against COVID-19.   At Pfizer, we believe that developing a vaccine that could decrease rates of infection, disease, and death worldwide is a critical part of addressing this global health...

Programs & Initiatives

Woman-Made: Hear from Women at Pfizer With Careers in Modern Manufacturing

On and off the manufacturing floor, Penny, Jenny and Kat go above and beyond to make and deliver medicines for patients in need. They are innovators with different ideas, experiences and points of view. Hear about their passion for their work and what advice they have for the next generation of manufacturers. “It’s one of the most fulfilling careers”: Penny Pyle, Aseptic Processing Team Leader in McPherson, Kansas WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? I love my job. I lead a dedicated team...