Academic Research Lead US Medical

Profile

Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.

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Summary

The Academic Research organization focuses on building research collaborations between BMS and US academic research institutions, balancing the BMS pipeline, medical and data needs with that of our academic collaborators, driving toward reciprocal value creation.

This position will report to the Group Director, Academic Research Collaborations - WW Strategic Collaborations. In this role, the Academic Research Collaboration Lead is responsible for the development and execution of a partnership strategy for assigned US-based academic research accounts in Oncology (OAR) as well as other therapeutic areas enabling productive scientific relationship management. The Lead will function as a liaison between assigned academic accounts and the complex internal stakeholder matrix across functions (e.g. R&D, US/WW Medical, and Commercial).

Responsibilities

Define and execute, in collaboration with internal & external stakeholders, one aligned strategic engagement plan for each assigned academic research institution reflecting both a customer focus and a BMS-enterprise view and one that effectively differentiates the scientific value of academic collaborations

Establish and sustain a trusted partner relationship with senior most leaders (e.g. site leadership, thought leaders, scientists, research staff, industry-affairs office personnel, etc.)

Leverage an understanding of academic collaborators, their strategic direction, functionality and capability to serve as a reliable, trusted and credible thought partner to Medical, R&D, & Commercial working closely to ensure shared objectives are met while enabling positive and productive experiences for our Academic collaborators

Work across BMS researchers, asset teams and functional groups (from Discovery, Translational Medicine, Clinical, Development, Medical, and Commercial) to ensure engagement projects and activities are complimentary, relevant and strategically aligned

Foster collaborative & mutually productive relationships between BMS & academic leaders in assigned accounts facilitating collaborative exchange, scientific dialogue, ensuring that BMS is seen as the most trusted partner of choice

Effective and timely triage of issue resolution across the account(s), including integrating and facilitating interactions with key internal customer-facing stakeholders and then mobilizing them to respond to customer needs

Monitor institutional performance leveraging analytics and available tools to identify opportunities to optimize performance and works collaboratively with the institution on continuous improvement initiatives

Monitor the progress of the plan and engage senior leadership on a regular basis to review and adjust the plan based on research or business needs Keep BMS functions (R&D, Medical, and Commercial) apprised of major activities, visits, issues, opportunities, etc. at the sites

Qualifications

Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD or PharmD) in with experience in Oncology, Hematology or Immunology-related field preferred; other advanced scientific degree with extensive, relevant clinical experience considered

At least 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical development, Medical Affairs or relevant Commercial experience

Understanding of the US healthcare system and academic institutional settings with demonstrated ability to navigate and lead through an ambiguous and changing healthcare and business environments

Adept at building credibility with external investigators & collaborative partners, competently balances business and scientific acumen during engagements anchored by strong leadership behaviors

Strong, proven stakeholder and relationship management skills with senior leaders

In depth knowledge of overall project planning and project management of clinical trials

Demonstrated ability to think strategically and analyze issues and opportunities at the institution and understand the impact to BMS, with minimal supervision

Proven ability to partner effectively with colleagues across multiple functions and at all levels of the enterprise

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills appropriately flexing based on audience; expertly leverages effective communication and negotiation skills to influence decisions

Expected 30% travel within the continental US

Position based in Lawrenceville NJ (Princeton Pike offices)

Bristol-Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1517527_EN

Updated: 2019-10-03 00:00:00.000 UTC

Location: Princeton,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.

Company info

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Website : http://www.bms.com