Director, Research Site and Capital Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

2d • $214,460 - $259,879 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Research Site and Capital Operations, plays a critical role in enabling Bristol Myers Squibb's mission by ensuring the effective operation of a critical Research site and strategic planning of laboratory infrastructure for a multi-site, multi-functional Research team. The Research Site Operations role will be responsible for supporting site and laboratory operations at the Lawrenceville, NJ Research site, in collaboration with local leadership, business operations leads, and scientists. This role ensures the efficient, compliant, and safe functioning of laboratory activities to support local scientific research. This role acts as a key liaison between site staff, management, and cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Capital Operations role will lead the development and execution of a multi-year, multi-site master plan for Therapeutic Discovery Sciences (TDS) laboratory infrastructure, including equipment investments and space renovations to enable future scientific needs while addressing asset obsolescence and lifecycle management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) preferred
• ~10–12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech operations, research environments, or related infrastructure roles
• Demonstrated experience in site operations, facilities coordination, or research support services within a complex, matrixed organization
• Proven experience in capital planning, infrastructure strategy, or large-scale equipment/renovation programs
• Track record of partnering with scientific leaders to translate research needs into operational or infrastructure solutions
• Proficient with AI-enabled tools and digital technologies to identify, implement, and scale business operations efficiencies, process improvements, and data-driven decision support

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, regulatory requirements, and quality systems is a plus
• Experience in lab of the future / digital lab / automation initiatives is a plus
• Experience managing multi-site or enterprise-level planning initiatives is a plus
• Exposure to space planning, workplace strategy, or scientific infrastructure design is a plus

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with LVL Research leadership, supervise and coordinate all site and laboratory operations for local teams
• Collaborate with the Facilities and Engineering team to plan and execute capital projects and renovations across the site
• Collaborate with cross-functional enabling teams (e.g., EHS, Quality, IT, HR) to support LVL site initiatives and resolve operational issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards by performing regular safety-focused GEMBA walk-throughs of the site laboratories with local leadership.
• Connect with local scientists to identify and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity for their laboratories or the site
• Co-lead monthly meetings to present regular updates on site operations, performance, and improvement initiatives to senior management
• Respond to and manage site emergencies, incidents, and escalations, ensuring timely coordination, clear communication, and effective resolution to minimize operational disruption and risk
• Support the implementation of new technologies, systems, and processes at the site
• In collaboration with TDS scientific teams and Research site operations, develop and maintain a multi-year lab master plan aligned to evolving scientific platforms and “labs of the future” strategy
• Assess current-state equipment and infrastructure to identify gaps, risks, and obsolescence
• Prioritize and sequence capital investments and renovation initiatives based on portfolio evolution, scientific demand, and asset lifecycle
• Partner with scientific teams, site operations leads, facilities, engineering, and IT teams to translate research needs into integrated infrastructure roadmaps
• Establish standards for equipment lifecycle management, modernization, and technology adoption
• Drive governance, planning processes, and decision frameworks for space and equipment investments
• Ensure planned investments and renovation initiatives are prioritized and executed within approved budget constraints, balancing cost discipline with long-term strategic value

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 include: 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 for employees 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 Years 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director