Director, Program Management, Neuroscience

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams.

About the role

The Director, Program Management, is assigned to early and/or late development stage asset(s). They operate as a strategic partner to the Global Program Lead (GPL), to shape and deliver the Target Product Profile (TPP) and Integrated Development Strategy (IDP) for the assigned asset(s) and associated product indications. Responsible for the rigorous execution of the IDP individually or in partnership with assigned Program Management team members.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the strategic thought partner to the GPL / GPT and core to establish a high-performing team environment.
• Responsible for the execution of IDP per asset indication, including strong partnership with each sub-team and their leadership to ensure alignment to the TPP/IDP and clear understanding of what they are accountable to deliver.
• Lead matrixed PM team members to create and maintain integrated cross-functional timelines for each asset indication within approved systems. Timelines should include scenario plans that actively manage risk, evaluate alternative development strategies, as well as acceleration opportunities (or cost savings).
• Lead risk management activities at the GPT and ensure risk management activities at the sub-teams and below are performed with timely escalation for high probability x high impact risks. Responsible for delivering the risk management plan, including risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor high-level direct budget and resource health for assigned asset(s) and indications. Maintain visibility and advocate for the resources required to deliver the IDP per governance approval.
• Deliver as a PM SME in discussions with leadership or at governance stage gates.
• Support GPT annual objective processes and budget planning, including annual and long-term portfolio processes.
• May serve as a matrix manager for Program Management resources assigned to the asset.
• Support DD PM Portfolio Leads to deliver asset or portfolio content as required.
• Foster cross-functional thinking to drive and shape program strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfolio.
• Lead as a change agent and a strong representative of the DD PM department vision and ways of working.
• In addition to matrix management responsibilities, the role may require direct line management of Program Management team members that are aligned to asset indications.
• May serve as a trusted deputy to the GPL.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA or Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline. PMP certification is desirable.
• 12+ years of industry experience, with at least 10 years of direct experience in drug development program/project management.
• Ideal candidates will have experience in various therapy areas.
• Demonstrated experience in nearly all phases of research and drug development, including global regulatory submissions (IND/CTA through NDA/BLA/MAA/JNDA/NDA China) and lifecycle management.
• Proven success as a PM delivering complex programs with a high level of enterprise visibility.
• Long-standing experience demonstrating strong matrix leadership abilities.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to present, influence, and gain alignment at senior governance and executive leadership levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage interdependencies within therapeutic areas, disease areas, functions, and geographies.
• Expertise in core PM methodologies and tools, specifically planning and control, risk management, stakeholder management, and soft skills.
• Ability to resolve critical technical/business problems and shape long-term development strategy for programs of enterprise significance.

Pay

• Cambridge Crossing: $217,250 - $263,258
• Princeton, NJ, US: $193,980 - $235,056

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off for US Exempt Employees: Flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval), 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio employees).
  • Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
  • Based on eligibility, additional time off may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs, and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

Schedule

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes Site-essential, Site-by-design, Field-based, and Remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type is determined by the nature and responsibilities of the role:

• Site-essential roles: Require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility.
• Site-by-design roles: May be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. Onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive company culture.
• Field-based and Remote-by-design roles: The ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients, or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.