Director, WW Cell Therapy Portfolio, Class Expansion and ST Pipeline
BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB CO · New Jersey
📍 Princeton - NJ - USvia workday
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Position Summary
Reporting to the Sr Director, the Director, WW Cell Therapy Class Expansion & Solid Tumor (ST) Pipeline serves as a global medical leader responsible for driving CAR-T class expansion strategy across hematology and autoimmune disease and shaping early-stage solid tumor pipeline medical strategy. The role drives enterprise-level strategy, evidence generation, and cross-functional alignment to accelerate global impact of the cell therapy portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership of Portfolio CAR T Class Expansion
Develop and execute global medical strategy for expanding the class of CAR-T cell therapy across diseases and settings
Identify gaps/barriers and implement innovative solutions to improve delivery of transformational cell therapy to patients
Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Field Medical, WW Medical, Commercial, Clinical, etc.) to leverage synergy, enhance communication, and ensure alignment
Advance evidence generation aligned to CAR T class expansion in partnership with Medical and HEOR matrix
Align WW and market strategies to ensure global execution
Solid Tumor Pipeline Leadership
Lead cross-functional initiatives related to solid tumor pipeline assets, integrating strategies across different therapeutic areas where necessary
Partner with Clinical Development to shape trial strategy and execution, building strong cross-functional relationships and integrating clinical insights (e.g., site selection, recruitment and enrollment strategy) into a differentiated, evidence-driven commercialization plan
Collaborate with local medical affairs teams to align disease strategy and tactics, ensuring cohesive action plans
Develop strategic plans for cell therapy entry into solid tumor, including shaping of early asset medical strategies and providing medical input to overall early asset portfolio
Drive cross-asset collaboration and knowledge sharing, fostering a unified BMS presence in solid tumors, including partnerships across cell therapy and oncology.
Serve as subject matter expert to cross-functional partners across solid tumors to shape development and strategy for early assets, beginning with RCC
Establish and cultivate relationships with thought leaders in the field.
Seamless Execution of Core Medical Affairs Deliverables
Develop and execute medical plan aligned to overall asset strategy
Develop scientific narrative in partnership with cross functional matrix
Provide strategic input to guide publication planning and execution; serve as key reviewer and feedback provider on abstracts, presentations, and publications as required
Develop and implement congress strategies to achieve impactful presence and engagement
Advise on BMS-sponsored symposia to enhance scientific dialogue
Refine Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) to ensure alignment with strategic goals
Conduct comprehensive reviews of publications and update key launchpad assets, including slide decks, training sessions, and Q&A materials
Lead and support the execution of global advisory boards and strategic committee meetings and assist regional teams with globally impactful advisory initiatives
Provide medical perspective on evidence generation, including expert review and recommendations for new ISR and CRC trials as well as HEOR analyses
Ensure scientific excellence in medical education and effective data exchange
Offer medical insights to guide clinical development plans and influence strategic decision-making processes for both early and late development
Collaborate with global and local market access and marketing teams, providWork collaboratively with patient advocacy and professional societies to align objectives and enhance engagement
Qualifications & Experience
Advanced Medical/Biology degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with clinical and/or 6-8 years of Pharma industry experience required; Medical Affairs or related experience required
Knowledge of CAR-T therapy preferred, but not required
Familiarity with clinical and translational research activities
Highly organized, efficient, and motivated individual with the ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives across matrix teams
Excellent verbal & written communication skills, including presentations to large groups, senior leadership, facilitation of interactive discussions, and 1:1 discussions with thought leaders
Proven agility in prioritizing and navigating competing demands
Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated strength in understanding overarching company goals, performing strategic assessments, and developing clearly framed choices and recommendations. Proven record of managing complex
interactions that drive business strategy & priorities engaging both internal and external stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Experience: Experience working across a range of medical and/or clinical development roles is a plus. Highly collaborative, possess a record of building and maintaining cross-functional relationships, and
able to communicate busi
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