Head of Medical Capabilities

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact—on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients.

About the role

The Head of Medical Capabilities will help the medical team prepare for the successful launch of RayzeBio’s Radiopharmaceuticals. This senior team member will build and execute strategy and tactical plans in a cross-functional, dynamic, and innovative environment. The role will actively shape the future of RayzeBio’s medical affairs organization, collaborating to develop foundational infrastructure and drive medical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and guide SMEs within the medical capabilities and operations team, which may include:
  • Medical evidence generation operations (ISRs, Expanded Access Programs)
  • Medical information and promotional review
  • Congress planning and execution
  • Medical education and sponsorships
  • Core medical operations (budget, contracts, systems, SOPs)
• Define and execute a medical capabilities strategy across medical functions, including leveraging AI and digital platforms to:
  • Modernize medical information (Med Info) planning and delivery
  • Conduct promotional review
  • Optimize congress planning and execution
  • Improve operational efficiency and compliance oversight across medical affairs
• Liaise strategically with BMS and other external partners to identify capability-building opportunities, share best practices, and unlock synergies in medical capabilities and operations.
• Act as a senior medical affairs leader and capabilities subject matter expert, monitoring emerging trends in medical innovation, compliance, and excellence; proactively apply learnings to elevate team performance.
• Serve as the enterprise lead for medical AI and innovation, partnering cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Commercial, Legal & Compliance, IT, and external collaborators to design, pilot, and operationalize advanced digital and AI-enabled solutions.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (Masters, PhD, MD) or related discipline.
• 10+ years’ experience in medical roles, including team leadership within some medical functions; oncology product launch experience preferred.
• Knowledge of industry compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of accountability, operational excellence, and successful execution.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence cross-functionally.
• Skilled in strategic planning, annual planning, and budgeting.

Location in San Diego, CA or Princeton, NJ preferred; remote considered. Additional travel up to 25% as needed.

Pay

Princeton, NJ (US): $241,768 - $292,966. The starting compensation range is 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 (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.

Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on job and location.