Executive Director Immunology and Cardiovascular Research

About the role

The Immunology and Cardiovascular Thematic Research Center (ICV TRC) at Bristol Myers Squibb is one of the fundamental Research units delivering therapeutics to patients. Our mission is to create transformative medicines of tomorrow based on the cutting-edge science of today. We leverage BMS's internal invention engine that includes industry-leading expertise in small molecule chemistry, protein biotherapeutics, cell therapy, protein degradation, nucleic acids, and other therapeutic modalities.

Responsibilities

• Applies leading-edge knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, and techniques to lead highly complex projects involving multi-disciplinary groups and external organizations
• Recognized as an influential authority across the company and in the external community and is a known subject matter expert in drug discovery that provides strategic and functional guidance in immunology and cardiovascular diseases and drug development
• Recognizes and champions drug discovery programs and initiatives to support strategic research goals and direction across multiple disciplines
• Delivers results that have an impact on company performance strategically, financially, and operationally
• Acts as a role model for a culture of responsible risk-taking and curiosity
• Maintains a high level of contribution to the scientific literature through publishing / presentations / patents
• Identifies, initiates, and leads strategic collaborations within and outside the company to drive long-term value to the business
• Provides effective coaching and feedback to help develop team members and colleagues within and outside of department
• Identify and champion opportunities for collaboration across BMS expertise

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in the Life Sciences
• 20+ years of academic and / or industry experience
• Or Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
• 15+ years of academic and / or industry experience
• 10+ years of leadership experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD and a minimum of 15+ years of experience, ideally in an industry setting
• 10+ years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated experience and success in immunology and/or cardiovascular drug discovery, application of a variety of approaches in target validation, high throughput biology and drug discovery
• Broad knowledge in immunology and/or cardiovascular biology and demonstrated interest and ability to rapidly learn expertise and contribute to new areas of research and disease areas
• Experience leading a diverse set of scientific programs and cross functional teams
• Experience and ability to lead directly within an organization and across internal and external indirect relationships
• Excellent communication skills, enthusiasm work in a highly matrixed team environment and with vigorous open scientific exchange are essential
• Excellent interpersonal, management and mentorship skills and comfort and experience managing across diverse expertise and cultures
• Strong ability to challenge the status quo as well as a drive to make others successful

Qualifications & Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree20+ years of academic and / or industry experience
• Or Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences15+ years of academic and / or industry experience
• 10+ years of leadership experience preferred

Benefits

Our Benefits Include:

• 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 Include: Paid Time Off