Director, MEG Lead Cardiovascular, Medical Evidence Generation

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

The Director of Medical Evidence Generation in Medical Affairs, will lead strategy, development, and execution of robust evidence generation strategies for the Cardiovascular (CV) portfolio through Clinical Research Collaborations (CRCs), Medical Affairs Sponsored Studies (MAST), and Investigator-Sponsored Research Studies (ISRs), designed to inform clinical development, support product value, and underpin medical strategy across the product lifecycle. This will be a scientific and strategic leader collaborating across internal functions (Medical Strategy, RWE/Epidemiology, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, HEOR, Access & Value) and with external stakeholders including key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic partners, and data collaborators.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Act as a trusted internal advisor to Alliance partners, BMS global and regional Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Access & Value, Regulatory, and Commercial teams on evidence gaps, opportunities, and study strategy.
• Define and drive the integrated evidence generation strategy (IEP) aligned with Medical Affairs and overall product strategy, spanning clinical trials (Phase II/IV), real-world evidence (RWE), non-interventional studies, registries, observational research, and health outcomes studies.

• Provide hands-on scientific leadership in the design of clinical studies including Phase II/IV trials, Post-marketing commitment studies, Investigator-initiated and collaborative research as applicable.

• Lead or significantly contribute to protocol development as applicable, including Study design, Study objectives and endpoints, Eligibility criteria, Statistical considerations (in collaboration with Biostatistics), Operational feasibility.

• Be accountable for delivering CRCs, ISRs, and MASTs from concept ideation to governance approval and throughout the study lifecycle.

• Serve as a thought leader on evidence generation methodologies to ensure evidence plans are fit-for-purpose and impactful.

• Lead preparation and delivery of evidence generation proposals and updates including results to internal governance bodies and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Apply strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trial governance to ensure compliant and high-quality study execution.

• Partner with Clinical Operations and CROs to ensure studies are delivered on time, on budget, and with high data quality.

• Review and interpret clinical and real-world data to ensure medical relevance and scientific integrity.

• Engage with key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic investigators, and external research partners to co-develop high-impact evidence.

• Participate in advisory boards, steering committees, and scientific forums as necessary
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure cohesive planning and execution of evidence generation activities across geographies and therapeutic areas.
• Oversee operational delivery of studies, ensuring scientific rigor, quality, compliance (GCP/SOP), timelines, and budgets.
• Contribute to scientific dissemination through publications, abstracts, congress presentations, and advisory boards
• Contribute to the evolution of MEG therapeutic area strategy and value proposition.

• This position is based at Lawrenceville (PPK), or Madison (GIR) New Jersey.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, MS or the equivalent) required with extensive, relevant scientific, and/or strong clinical development experience.

• At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical development, Medical Affairs, or relevant Commercial experience; previous customer-facing role experience highly desirable.
• Required previous experience in CVRM (Cardiorenal metabolic) TA.

• Deep understanding of clinical research and evidence generation methodologies.

• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence in matrixed environments.

• Demonstrated ability to strategically analyze data generation opportunities with minimal supervision.

• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain high-performing relationships with external thought leaders and internal matrix stakeholders.

• Adeptness at building credibility with external investigators and collaborative partners competently balancing business and scientific acumen complemented by strong leadership behaviors, authenticity, agility, and an enterprise mindset.

• Understanding of global healthcare systems and academic settings with a demonstrated ability to lead in ambiguous and changing healthcare/business environments

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional study teams and governance interactions.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills appropriately flexing based on audience; expertly leverages effective communication and negotiation skills to influence decisions.

• Expected 20%-30% travel globally.

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Compensation Overview:

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The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.

Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.

Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

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