VP, Head of Development - Cardiovascular

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for end-to-end development of programs and transition of Cardiovascular programs from First In Human studies to commercialization. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Requirements

• Physician (MD, MD PhD)
• Extensive experience across early and late drug development
• Proven leadership capability in managing large organizations and matrix teams
• A minimum of 15 years in drug development (including clinical trial design and development to submission/ approval) with additional experience at Health Authorities and/or academic experience preferred and with proven progression in relevant roles.
• Significant experience in Cardiovascular, including extensive knowledge of disease mechanisms, treatment modalities, and emerging trends and expertise in multiple relevant areas (e.g., clinical, regulatory, project planning and management, medical)
• Demonstrated industry thought leadership in drug development
• Exceptional team management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire large organizations and foster a collaborative work environment
• Ability to effectively convey complex scientific and clinical information to diverse audiences, including internal stakeholders, external partners, healthcare professionals, and regulatory authorities

Nice To Haves

• additional experience at Health Authorities and/or academic experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Sets strategic direction for key therapeutic areas across Early and Late Development, including driving direction of assets currently in Development, evaluation of external business development opportunities, and development of new capabilities
• Leads decision-making at relevant governance forums (incl. for external business development opportunities)
• Leads and inspires a high-performing organization of Early and Late Development Clinicians, Clinical Scientists, and Global Program Leads accountability for assets within Therapeutic Area
• Builds team capabilities and organizational effectiveness to enable best-in-class development of differentiated assets
• Coaches Clinical Leaders and Program Leaders on building strategic direction and capabilities within the org
• Ensures successful partnership across functions under management (i.e., Clincal Development, Clinical Scientists, Global Program Leaders) and other Development functions
• Interfaces with counterparts across the Enterprise to enable the success of teams and assets
• Works cross-functionally across peers and senior leadership, and engages with external stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• 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.
• flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree