Bristol Myers Squibb
Director, Thoracic/Lung Oncology Medical Engagement Lead (MD required) - REMOTE
Bristol Myers Squibb, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55443
Overview Director, Thoracic/Lung Oncology Medical Engagement Lead (MD required) - REMOTE
Role description: Engage in meaningful peer-to-peer scientific dialog with healthcare system National Thought Leaders (NTLs) within a defined geography. The MEL conducts activities that support advancing science, educating on evolving clinical practices, transforming science into patient care, and facilitating new research collaborations (including Investigator Initiated Trials and Real-World Evidence). The role is field-based and regional in scope, with ~50-60% time in the field with external stakeholders and internal stakeholders while maintaining high therapeutic expertise.
Company: Bristol Myers Squibb. This position emphasizes balance and flexibility, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow within a supportive culture focused on transforming patients’ lives through science.
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Responsibilities
Engage in high-quality peer-to-peer scientific dialog with key National Thought Leaders in Oncology focused on pre- and peri-launch periods. Collaborate with thought leaders to identify and generate insights on evolving care paradigms to inform medical strategy. Provide strategic input into materials for national medical congresses; collect medical insights and communicate to medical and commercial teams to support strategy development and business decisions. Facilitate scientific partnerships and research collaborations in collaboration with Global Drug Development (GDD). Provide recommendations and insights to the clinical development team on study feasibilities based on field knowledge and direct contacts with investigators, as agreed with the home office medical and GDO. Lead major evidence readouts to investigators partnering with GDD and discuss major evidence readouts with other thought-leaders as appropriate. Liaise with large key accounts to understand clinical levers and barriers to patient access in the context of clinical trials. Engage with NTLs to gain insights into the clinical landscape and develop a product/disease area medical plan that informs launch and Life Cycle Maintenance activities. Engage with medical societies, patient advocacy groups, and guideline discussions as appropriate. Engage account-level decision makers in selected Academic Medical Centers to identify barriers and solutions to improve patient care and outcomes.
Required Qualifications & Experience
10+ years of relevant experience with emphasis on lung cancers or lung cancer specialty. MD recruited from top clinical practice and hospital-academic centers. Proven record of developing high-impact peer-to-peer relationships and influence with high-impact NTLs. Strong Oncology experience including scientific/clinical area expertise, patient treatment trends, clinical landscape, pharmaceutical industry knowledge (compliance and regulatory guidelines), clinical trial design and process, and national/regional healthcare and access environments. Experience working in a scientific and/or clinical research environment and deep understanding of NTL environment and needs.
Key competencies desired
Scientific Agility Ability to engage in peer-to-peer dialog about data in a fair and balanced way. Expert knowledge of clinical practice and evolving healthcare delivery models. Ability to understand and critically appraise scientific publications; knowledge of clinical trial design and methodology, including GCP and regulatory requirements. Ability to frame information in a convincing way for physicians; excellent communication and presentation skills; strong learning mindset and passion for science. Patient centricity Understands the patient journey and experience; maintains a patient-focused mindset; exhibits genuine care for patients. Customer/commercial mindset Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to influence TLs and navigate a matrix organization. Teamwork/Enterprise mindset Ability to work independently and with external/internal stakeholders; knowledge of national healthcare and access environments; experience with Real-World Evidence (RWE); represents BMS in all external interactions; upholds integrity and compliance with company policies.
Compensation & Benefits The starting compensation is a range from $270,000 - $305,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). Final compensation is based on demonstrated experience. Benefits vary by role and location and can include medical, pharmacy, dental and vision, wellness programs, 401(k), disability and life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, volunteer days, and other perks.
Additional details On-site/occupancy: BMS has a structure that may require onsite or hybrid work depending on the role. BMS provides accommodations in recruitment; applicants may request reasonable workplace accommodations. Vaccination guidance and other policies apply per company and local regulations. Qualified applicants with arrest/conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. California residents: refer to California-residents information at careers.bms.com.
Employment information
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
EEO and accessibility Equitable recruitment processes are emphasized. For accessibility needs, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. See careers.bms.com/e eo-accessibility for the full Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
#J-18808-Ljbffr Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Responsibilities
Engage in high-quality peer-to-peer scientific dialog with key National Thought Leaders in Oncology focused on pre- and peri-launch periods. Collaborate with thought leaders to identify and generate insights on evolving care paradigms to inform medical strategy. Provide strategic input into materials for national medical congresses; collect medical insights and communicate to medical and commercial teams to support strategy development and business decisions. Facilitate scientific partnerships and research collaborations in collaboration with Global Drug Development (GDD). Provide recommendations and insights to the clinical development team on study feasibilities based on field knowledge and direct contacts with investigators, as agreed with the home office medical and GDO. Lead major evidence readouts to investigators partnering with GDD and discuss major evidence readouts with other thought-leaders as appropriate. Liaise with large key accounts to understand clinical levers and barriers to patient access in the context of clinical trials. Engage with NTLs to gain insights into the clinical landscape and develop a product/disease area medical plan that informs launch and Life Cycle Maintenance activities. Engage with medical societies, patient advocacy groups, and guideline discussions as appropriate. Engage account-level decision makers in selected Academic Medical Centers to identify barriers and solutions to improve patient care and outcomes.
Required Qualifications & Experience
10+ years of relevant experience with emphasis on lung cancers or lung cancer specialty. MD recruited from top clinical practice and hospital-academic centers. Proven record of developing high-impact peer-to-peer relationships and influence with high-impact NTLs. Strong Oncology experience including scientific/clinical area expertise, patient treatment trends, clinical landscape, pharmaceutical industry knowledge (compliance and regulatory guidelines), clinical trial design and process, and national/regional healthcare and access environments. Experience working in a scientific and/or clinical research environment and deep understanding of NTL environment and needs.
Key competencies desired
Scientific Agility Ability to engage in peer-to-peer dialog about data in a fair and balanced way. Expert knowledge of clinical practice and evolving healthcare delivery models. Ability to understand and critically appraise scientific publications; knowledge of clinical trial design and methodology, including GCP and regulatory requirements. Ability to frame information in a convincing way for physicians; excellent communication and presentation skills; strong learning mindset and passion for science. Patient centricity Understands the patient journey and experience; maintains a patient-focused mindset; exhibits genuine care for patients. Customer/commercial mindset Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to influence TLs and navigate a matrix organization. Teamwork/Enterprise mindset Ability to work independently and with external/internal stakeholders; knowledge of national healthcare and access environments; experience with Real-World Evidence (RWE); represents BMS in all external interactions; upholds integrity and compliance with company policies.
Compensation & Benefits The starting compensation is a range from $270,000 - $305,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). Final compensation is based on demonstrated experience. Benefits vary by role and location and can include medical, pharmacy, dental and vision, wellness programs, 401(k), disability and life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, volunteer days, and other perks.
Additional details On-site/occupancy: BMS has a structure that may require onsite or hybrid work depending on the role. BMS provides accommodations in recruitment; applicants may request reasonable workplace accommodations. Vaccination guidance and other policies apply per company and local regulations. Qualified applicants with arrest/conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. California residents: refer to California-residents information at careers.bms.com.
Employment information
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
EEO and accessibility Equitable recruitment processes are emphasized. For accessibility needs, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. See careers.bms.com/e eo-accessibility for the full Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
#J-18808-Ljbffr Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.