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Functional Area Description
The Clinical Scientist Program Lead reports through the Clinical Science function which provides scientific expertise necessary to design and deliver clinical studies and programs.
Position Summary / Objective
Partners with Clinical Scientist VP/Head to plan, lead, and advance programs and talent
Serves as a member of the Clinical Science Leadership Team and Development Team
Drives resource forecasting, talent development, succession planning and retention strategies
Defines and standardizes best practices and development opportunities for the scientist team
Builds a collaborative, supportive learning environment
Ensures and contributes to a consistent and high level of training for Clinical Scientists across the department with respect to relevant scientific data and knowledge, including SOPs and Working Practices
May serve as a delegate of Clinical Scientist Head as needed
Partners with the Clinical Development Lead accountable for the assigned program; supports activities required to develop clinical development and lifecycle management plans
Position Responsibilities
Leads a team or complex scope of work to ensure high quality delivery of innovative protocols and data packages for CSRs and Regulatory Filings
Oversees all clinical studies within assigned program(s) to ensure consistency across program(s)
Ensures high quality and timely delivery of protocols and data; implements quality assurance plans
Maintains an advanced understanding of the status of all trial activities within assigned Program
Provides scientific and clinical leadership to support the team; provide program/study/therapeutic area/skills training to team members
Attends Development Team meetings as needed
Leads resourcing and budget planning activities for team
Holds accountability for the performance and professional development of Clinical Scientist team
Leads proactive risk identification and mitigation plans; provides progress reports and risk assessment updates to Sr. Management
Reviews and approves clinical contributions to all trial documents / abstracts / publications
Reviews, audits, and presents data and information to internal leaders and external investigators
Serves as a key cross functional collaborator; represents the Clinical Scientist function in various process improvement initiatives and/or cross functional activities
Collaborates to support incoming asset and/or business development activities (i.e., due diligence)
Degree Requirements
Degree in Life Sciences (MD, PhD, Pharm D, MS, RN or other scientific field preferred)Experience Requirements
20+ years of experience in clinical science, clinical research, or equivalent
Extensive experience and demonstrated proficiency in managing direct/indirect employees and leading teams
Key Competency Requirements
Expertise in GCP/ICH, drug development process, study design, statistics, clinical operations
Recognized internally and externally as a Functional/Technical expert
Expert in analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data
Advanced knowledge and skills to help lead program specific data review, trend identification, data interpretation
Expertise in indication, therapeutic area, compound(s), competitive landscape and health authority requirements
Ability to act independently to identify/resolve and lead team towards resolving program level issues
Consistently recognized for strong critical thinking, problem solving, decision making skills
Advanced oral and written communication skills, including medical writing, presentations to large groups, facilitation of interactive discussions and 1:1 discussion with internal and external thought leaders
Demonstrated strong leadership presence
Expert financial acumen
Commitment to Quality
Adaptable / Flexible
Exhibits confidence and professional diplomacy, while effectively relating to people at all levels internally and externally
Promotes a culture of scientific excellence, multidisciplinary problem solving, teamwork, consistency, flexibility, execution, quality and effective communication
Anticipates needs, assesses and manages business and organizational risks
Travel Required
Domestic and International travel may be required.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.
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Company: Bristol Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1577893
Updated: 2024-01-23 23:04:45.766 UTC
Location: Madison,New Jersey
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.