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Director, US Medical Affairs, Cell Therapy Rheumatology

Lensa
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/30/2025
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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.

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. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us .

The US Medical Director, Cell Therapy, Rheumatology is a core member of the Cell Therapy, Rheumatology WW Medical Team reporting to the WW Medical Head of Cell Therapy, Rheumatology. This individual will lead the development and implementation of US Medical strategy for Cell Therapy in Rheumatology with an emphasis on CD19 CAR-T and the BMS NEX-T platform. This individual will lead scientific engagement with US Rheumatology leaders and represent Cell Therapy Medical Affairs in key US commercialization decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Therapeutic Area: Rheumatology, eg Lupus, Systemic Sclerosis, Myositis
  • Drive scientific engagement and collaboration with key US Institutions and General Rheumatology KOLs
  • Drive strategic alignment and implementation of US launch strategies in partnership with cross functional matrix partners at various levels across departments
  • Ensure US clinical practice and market dynamics are implemented in the global medical strategy for each CD19 NEX-T Rheumatology indication, eg Lupus, Systemic Sclerosis, Myositis
  • Understand the evidence and education needs of US Rheumatologists and ensure integration into the integrated evidence plan and medical communications plan
  • Lead the development and implementation of CAR-T customer engagement strategies including network mapping, education, and referral
  • Shape the development and implementation of US specific congress strategies in collaboration with the ORENCIA, SOTYKTU and matrix teams
  • Collaborate with US matrix partners to optimize patient access and commercialization launch strategies
  • Manage resource allocation and project execution in line with the medical plan and budget

Qualifications & Experience

  • Advanced, scientific or medical degree, e.g. MD, DO, NP, PA, PhD, PharmD
  • Minimum 5 years experience in the pharma/biopharma industry or clinical practice
  • US Market experience strongly preferred
  • Advanced understanding of drug development, pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
  • Strong leadership experience in a matrix environment with multi-functional project teams and managing external agencies
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills commensurate with the need to work closely with both external physicians/scientists and in-house teams
  • Ability to navigate complex topics in a matrix environment with grace and confidence
  • Strong listening, problem solving, and prioritization skills
  • Excellent planning and organization skills including the ability to work under pressure, and to maintain scientific excellence within timelines
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong oral presentation skills
  • Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and integrity; representing the company's high ethics, moral behavior, and professionalism standards
  • HQ-based position with global travel expected up to 25%.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $207,490 - $ 251,400, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.

Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview

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.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

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.

On-site Protocol

Responsibilities

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.

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. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1592308

Updated: 2025-09-06 04:40:14.956 UTC

Location: Princeton-NJ

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $207,490 - $251,400

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