Senior Director, Early Clinical Development

3 weeks ago


Princeton, United States Bristol Myers Squibb Full time
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The Senior Director will be the clinical lead to progress multiple early clinical assets from first-in-human through proof-of-concept and will prepare the clinical development plan, design clinical trials and lead the clinical development teams. Extensive experience in early clinical development of neurodegenerative and/or neuropsychiatric indications is a requirement. Demonstrated expertise in basic research related to neurodegeneration and/or neuropsychiatry is a plus.

Functional Area Description

The Early Clinical Development function is part of a global scientific organization dedicated to initial evaluations of new molecules, biomarkers, and mechanistic hypotheses in humans. The group drives early clinical strategy, and the design, execution, and interpretation of studies to select the most promising drug candidates for later development.

Position Summary / Objective
Serve as the clinical point of accountability for the Development Team and responsible for the overall clinical development plan for asset(s) in one or more indication(s)Demonstrate matrix leadership to develop, motivate and achieve results through teams; enable development of a resilient attitude, embrace change and have an unwavering commitment to organizational People StrategyEnsure studies are designed to meet regulatory, quality, medical, and access goalsPosition Responsibilities

Medical Monitoring
Serves as an independent Medical Monitor for clinical trials from Phase 1 through Proof-of-Concept byArticulating clinical development strategyAnalyzing, interpreting, and acting on clinical trial data towards developmentServing as principal functional author for Regulatory submissions, study reports, and publications Independently synthesizes and/or contributes to plans (e.g., trial design, development strategy, regulatory strategy) based on merging data and multi-functional inputDesigns and develops clinical studies and research plans in support of asset strategy with the Early Clinical Development Leadership team; clinical studies include first-in-human Phase I, proof of concept Phase I/II, entry registrational studies, biomarker qualification studies, and/or clinical pharmacology studies Clinical Development Expertise & Strategy Manages multiple/complex active programs concurrently across early development clinical lifecyclesAccountable for clinical contribution to the development of indication strategyPartners with Worldwide Patient Safety physicians in the ongoing review of safety dataProvides clinical leadership and disease area expertise into integrated disease area strategiesPartners closely with KOLs in specific indicationsEvaluates strategic options against a given Target Product Profile (TPP)Collaborates with Global Development Operations/Global Compliance Group to develop asset level risk management plan, resolves issues with Quality/Clinical Scientists, and raises to Development Team as neededSets executional priorities and partners with Clinical Scientists to support executional delivery of studiesAccountable for top line data with support of Clinical Scientists and StatisticiansLiaises with Clinical Scientists, Translational & Discovery Scientists, and Development Teams to define dose and schedule, indications, and patient selection (e.g., biomarker qualification and implementation)Liaises with other functions (e.g., Thematic Research Centers and Translational Medicine) and apply foresight and prioritize translational objectives in anticipation of development needsAd-Hoc involvement in various departmental or enterprise initiatives (e.g., committees, sub-teams etc.)Presents and/or articulates clinical strategy to senior leadership and to support progression of portfolio Health Authority Interactions Serves as primary clinical representative in regulatory interactions for early development projectsAccountable for clinical contributions to clinical study reports (CSRs), regulatory reports, briefing books and submission documents External Partnerships, Alliances, and Publications Acts as a focal point for defining and establishing relationships with key Global Phase I CentersSits in team responsible for establishing key alliances with academic centers, co-operative groups, vendors and government agenciesRepresents department in business development due diligence and partner alliance management as appropriate; sits on JDC/JRC/JSC as appropriateTrack record or recognized for contributions to field (e.g., publications, patents, keynote participation in conferences etc.) Leadership and Matrix Management May be responsible for managing Early Clinical Development Physicians, attracting, developing and retaining top talent; ensures appropriate training and mentoring of Early Clinical Development PhysiciansChampions a quality-focused mindset and ensures adherence to GCP and compliance obligations for clinical conduct Degree Requirements Advanced degree(s) in relevant field: MD or MD/PhD and deep clinical expertise in a therapeutic areaFellowship/specialty training in relevant therapeutic area preferred Experience Requirements 7+ years of relevant experience in discovery, translational and/or clinical research in academic or industry setting including education where applicableExtensive experience in clinical trial design and execution, biomarker development, and development strategy in pharmaceutical industryDeep understanding of pharmaceutical discovery, development and commercializationTrack record of mentorship and/or management and/or matrix leadershipDemonstrated leadership abilities in a matrix environment Key Competency Requirements Excellent skills in clinical development strategy including the clinical components of regulatory submission(s)External focus to understand the trends in the disease area treatment paradigms and ability to build relationships with external partners, thought leaders and collaborators outside of BMSPartner and interact with colleagues from Late Development to assure a seamless transition into late stage (Phase II-III trials) Travel Required Domestic and International travel may be requiredThe starting compensation for this job is a range from $308,000 to $354,000 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.

Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Career Site.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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BMS has a diverse 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 that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your 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. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For 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.

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