Senior Therapeutic Area Specialist, Oncology (New Brunswick, NJ)

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high‑achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Position Summary The TAS is a critical role in our unique customer model to execute the BMS aspiration to be the BioPharma that delivers the most impactful engagement with Health Care Providers (HCPs), driving adoption of new and existing medicines for appropriate patients. The primary role of the TAS is to drive demand for BMS medicines within their portfolio for the appropriate patients. To meet the HCPs expectations, the TAS engages them with a differentiated Customer Experience (Cx) through deeper scientific dialogue on and consistent with label, leveraging new ways of working and CE³. The role builds and maintains strong professional credibility with regional thought leaders (RTLs) and community‑based physicians/HCPs in private practice, medical groups, office staff, and other stakeholders in the patient care continuum as their primary point of contact. The TAS liaises with other BMS functions as needed to deliver an overall higher Customer Experience (Cx) – by meeting HCP needs in a timely and scientific manner. This role will prioritize the safe and appropriate use of BMS products while also focusing on overall business results and performance objectives while exemplifying BMS values. The TAS role is field‑based. A TAS is anticipated to spend 100% of their time in the field with external customers. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Promotion Promotes approved indications of BMS products within a defined territory or region to meet or exceed assigned sales targets in a compliant manner. Creates demand for BMS medicines by articulating in a balanced manner the clinical and scientific rationale for use of products in appropriate patients. Engages with and continuously maintains/grows a high level of scientific expertise in all assigned products and therapeutic areas. Prepares and successfully implements comprehensive territory and account plans. Proactively uses available tools such as CE³ (once implemented) to derive insights and to dynamically inform call plans. Provides feedback on experience using these tools to leadership to enable continuous improvement. Fair & Balanced Scientific Dialogue Demonstrates scientific expertise and passion in using approved scientific resources and publications to present information to HCPs and ensures medical accuracy. Conducts in‑office presentations (e.g., lunch and learns) and discusses product‑related scientific information with HCPs that is consistent with label. Organizes external speaker programs, selecting speakers from list approved by Speakers Bureau and facilitating scheduling and logistics. Maintains a high level of working expertise on emerging data for approved indications. Engages real‑time medical support through Medical on Call to reactively answer unsolicited questions and complex technical inquiries. Cross‑functional collaboration Proactively collaborates with other field teams to ensure the best Customer Experience (Cx) for HCPs. Gathers and shares relevant insights and information internally with the appropriate stakeholders to enable BMS to better serve its customers. Complies with all laws, regulations, and policies that govern the conduct of BMS. Required Qualifications & Experience Advanced scientific degree and/or preferred 5+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience as healthcare sales / MSL / HCP / nurse. Ability to communicate scientific or clinical data accurately and convincingly to help physicians best serve their patients. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining strong credibility with key customers, office staff, and others in the customer influence network via a customer‑centric mindset and desire to create positive and differentiated Customer Experience (Cx). Experience in Hematology/Oncology required. Demonstrated strong capability in account management skill sets, superior selling competencies, and proven sales performance track record of meeting or exceeding goals. Demonstrated ability to work effectively cross‑functionally with a positive team mindset and can‑do attitude. Strong selling and promotional skills proven through a track record of performance. As this position requires the operation of a Company‑provided vehicle, offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate meeting the requirements of “Qualified Driver,” including but not limited to: (1) at least 21 years of age; (2) a driver’s license in good standing issued by your state of residence; and (3) a driving risk level deemed acceptable by the Company. Key Competencies Desired Customer/commercial mindset Demonstrated ability to drive business results Experience identifying, engaging, and cultivating credibility with customers across the patient care journey Demonstrated account management skills and problem‑solving mentality; understands the patient journey and can customize engagement and deliver tailored messages Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to connect with customers Patient centricity and understanding of the patient journey and experience; has a patient‑focused mindset Scientific agility with excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate scientific and clinical data in an easy‑to‑understand manner to help HCPs best serve their patients Strong learning mindset and passion for science; prioritizes staying current with the latest data Analytical capability: ability to analyze data such as prescribing patterns, market trends, and HCP preferences; data‑driven insights help TAS strategize and target their efforts effectively; ability to segment HCPs based on preferences and other relevant factors; understanding of how to interpret and analyze data related to BMS products, customer preferences, clinical data; ability to use CE³ to generate insights and do dynamic call planning Technological agility: understanding, adapting, and effectively using technology in various aspects of healthcare business and interacting with HCPs; utilizing various digital communication channels such as emails, instant messaging apps, and video conferencing; competency using CE³ and other software or CRM tools to collect, enter, and manage quality data in a timely and compliant manner; ability to use the Medical on Call technology effectively; keeping up to date with technological advancements and changes Teamwork/enterprise mindset: strong business acumen to understand and analyze business and market drivers; demonstrate a strong sense of learning agility; track record of balancing individual drive and collaborative attitude; holds a high level of integrity and good judgment to navigate the requirements of the role effectively and compliantly in accordance with BMS policies and procedures Compensation Overview Field - United States - US $144,500 - $175,100. The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Benefit Offerings 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 Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays). 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 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. On‑site Protocol BMS has an 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. Supporting People With Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. 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