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　　Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company leading the way in medical innovation to help patients live longer, better lives. Our purpose as a company is to discover and develop therapies that will change the course of human health. We value our passion for patients, quest for innovation, spirit of independence and love of challenge. With a presence in more than 70 countries - and growing - we look for talented people to grow our business, advance our science and contribute to our unique culture.

　　BMS R&D is at a critical and exciting phase of development. As it expands and integrates its portfolio including small molecules, biologics and cell therapies, there is an opportunity for a dynamic and resourceful individual to lead our clinical lymphoma efforts in Translational Development.

　　Translational Medicine at BMS

　　Translational Medicine is part of the Global Research and Early Development organization in BMS and leads late stage clinical, pharmacological and translational research and development activities for the pipeline and supports late stage portfolio for regulatory, translational development and life cycle management. Translational Medicine Hematology drives strategy for multiple disease areas of interest including Myeloma, Lymphoma, CLL, AML, MDS, anemias and other hematological malignancies. This group integrates laboratory science, clinical trial/biomarkers and asset development as well as disease research to maximize the potential of BMS current and future therapeutics.

　　Summary

　　Reporting to the Senior Director, Lymphoma Disease Head, Translational Medicine, the incumbent will be part of the translational group and will manage the scientific and translational component of late-stage Lymphoma and CLL clinical programs (phase 2 and beyond) and develop translational strategies in Lymphoma for approval or life-cycle management in the hematology space. Key responsibilities of this role are to act as key translational lead for the clinical programs and develop and execute translational strategies including biomarkers, patient selection, dose and schedule, combination strategies, resistance mechanisms and differentiation. The successful candidate will work with translational scientists and cross-functional disease teams and thematic research centers in early development within the company. In addition, guidance of laboratory scientists to generate data in support of clinical development decisions will be required.

　　Responsibilities

　　Leads the translational component of the late stage BMS portfolio of compounds to support annual goals and objectives for the Lymphoma and CLL group (for internal /external, translational collaboration, compound specific plans etc).

　　Responsible for all facets of translational strategies including biomarkers, patient selection, dose and schedule, combination strategies, resistance mechanisms and differentiation

　　Works directly with lab head and laboratory scientists to integrate clinical questions into lab-based translational research internally and externally

　　Supports regulatory submissions, regulatory interactions, writes/reviews translational sections for regulatory response and answers to regulatory queries for the TM group

　　Represents Translational Medicine in cross-functional project and strategy teams

　　Interfaces with early development organization to ensure seamless transition of assets to TM

　　Interfaces with commercial including early commercialization group and Medical Affairs to provide scientific support for cross-functional TM goals and support external clinical studies

　　Manages and supervises preclinical collaboration strategy across the pipeline compounds for clinical assets

　　Assists in managing key strategic and/or collaborative projects along with TM scientists

　　Interfaces with the diagnostic group for projects that need diagnostics development

　　Communicates regularly and prepares and makes presentations within the department, externally and to internal governance committees as required

　　Assists in developing and maintaining group budget and workforce plan

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s Degree

　　15+ years of academic and / or industry experience

　　Or

　　Master’s Degree

　　12+ years of academic and / or industry experience

　　Or

　　Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences

　　8+ years of academic and / or industry experience

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　PhD or MD with at least 10 years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of 10 years of experience in drug development in an industry setting (hematology experience a plus)

　　Track record of success in large and/or small companies, leading innovative efforts to deploy technologies and assays for enhanced translational capabilities

　　Excellent communication, managerial and scientific qualities are expected

　　Ability to interact effectively across boundaries using influencing and relationship building skills

　　Competence in analysis and solving of problems, and the ability to prioritize and make tradeoffs to achieve goals

　　Technical Skills

　　In-depth understanding of cancer biology (hematology a plus), clinical landscape, evolving therapies, competitive scenarios

　　Good understanding of drug development process in an industry setting with clear examples of success

　　Strong background in clinical biomarker discovery and analysis, research tools, platforms and assays

　　Understanding of late-stage drug and translational development process

　　Proven ability to work with disease teams/experts to develop strategies to support development and life cycle management efforts tailored to regional markets (i.e, US, EU, APAC)

　　Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience in developing written documents such as primary manuscripts/publications/reviews, disease strategies, mechanism slides, regulatory submissions, strategic communications, literature/market/pt segment analyses

　　Proven scientific/project leadership expertise (working in teams, managing collaborations, people/projects)

　　Ability to synthesize complex scientific and business problems into strategy and tactics

　　Basic understanding of IP, contracting terms and provisions

　　Other Attributes

　　A problem solver who creatively and knowledgeably transcends departmental function to act as a resource to entire research effort and senior managers in development.

　　Identifies issues early and proposes innovative solutions.

　　Communicates within the larger organization and external community.

　　Provides expert guidance to multi-disciplinary teams and senior management.

　　A leader whose scope of influence stretches across BMS

　　A leader who influences external scientific community.

　　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: R1577824

　　Updated: 2024-01-21 00:03:44.068 UTC

　　Location: Summit,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.