Director Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences

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Job Description

Bristol-Myers Squibb is actively conducting translational medicine research to further our understanding of cancer biology and to identify which patient populations may be more likely to derive benefit from Immuno-Oncology (I-O). Bristol-Myers Squibb has long believed the future of cancer research is dependent on investments in science and partnerships. Collaboration is integrated into our organizational framework across translational medicine and R&D.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences Director to join the Translational and Diagnostic Sciences Organization, where our vision is for tumor biology to inform treatment selection for each patient at each stage of therapy. BMS is seeking a leader with exceptional scientific, strategic and occupational acumen to lead and develop companion diagnostics (CDx) biomarkers in support of the BMS portfolio.

Summary

The Director of Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences is responsible for providing enterprise capabilities for the development and delivery of diagnostic products that support Precision Medicine therapeutic assets. The individual will provide strategic oversight for the development of diagnostics, supporting early decision-making in signal-seeking clinical development through robust and effective patient selection hypothesis testing. They drive diagnostic development, validation and delivery of Companion Diagnostic products in support of therapeutic assets to ensure commercial success. Collaborates with various stakeholders within the organization to align the diagnostic development strategies with the overall goals of the enterprise. There is strong preference for subject matter expertise related to immunohistochemistry and pathology assay development. BMS is seeking a Director of Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences to fulfill this critical role.

Position Responsibilities

* Directs Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences on asset Development, Brand, and Translational Medicine teams for which companion, or other in vitro diagnostic development is within strategy.


* Responsible for developing the Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences strategy for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) programs for immunohistochemistry, Immunoassay, PCR and NGS (tissue and blood based) including bioinformatics approaches.


* Leads Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences matrix sub teams to enhance the value of the assets through incorporation of diagnostic biomarkers into exploratory, clinical, regulatory, and Medical/Commercial strategies.


* Provides strategic direction to business development led search, evaluation and transactions for diagnostic partnering.


* Coordinates all executable activities between the Development/Brand team and external diagnostic partners. Responsible for delivery of diagnostic partner critical milestones, e.g. technical development and validation, clinical validation, and regulatory activities.


* Participates in commercial planning and medical strategy as related to the diagnostic product.


* Provides internal and external subject matter expertise for BMS Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences and precision medicine activities:


* Acquires and disseminates precision medicine knowledge for organizational learning and capability;


* Represents BMS Solid Tumor Oncology Diagnostic Sciences to external stakeholders including health authorities, medical customers and presentations at scientific meetings.



Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree
* 15+ years of academic and / or industry experience





Or

* Master's Degree
* 12+ years of academic and / or industry experience





Or

* Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
* 8+ years of academic and / or industry experience




* 6+ years of leadership experience



Preferred Qualifications:

* Specific experience in the diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries, oncology biomarkers, diagnostic business development, and/or certification in laboratory medicine (e.g. ASCP).


* Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in assay and IVD development including analytical validation, clinical development, manufacturing, US and global regulatory submission, and commercialization of diagnostics.


* Experience with or good working knowledge of a broad range of biomarker/in vitro diagnostic platforms.


* Demonstrated matrix leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a matrix team across multiple disciplines internal and external to the organization.



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