Associate Director, Drug Development Project Manager - Early Assets (Oncology)

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Associate Director, Drug Development Project Manager – Early Assets - Oncology

Early Development Project Managers (ED PMs) provide execution leadership for an asset or a portfolio of assets for a Therapeutic Area (TA)/Thematic Research Center (TRC). They partner with the Early Development Program Leads (EDPLs) to lead cross-matrix Early Development Program Teams (EDPTs) that are the hub of drug development activities at BMS, shaping and executing the drug development strategies from Candidate Declaration through Phase 2 Proof of Concept. The ED PMs sit in the Research & Early Development Project Management (R&ED PM) organization within R&D Strategy and Planning (RDSP). This role supports the portfolio of Non-oncology including immunology, cardiovascular, fibrosis and neuroscience assets. This position can sit in Cambridge; Princeton or Summit, NJ; Seattle; San Diego or Brisbane, CA; and allows for a hybrid work arrangement. **level is commensurate with experience, and determined during the interview process**

The Associate Director Early Development Project Manager (ED PM) is a seasoned project manager who is accountable for the cross-functional planning and execution of one or more drug development programs including definition of the operational strategy, management of timelines, cost, quality, and risk assessment and mitigation. The ED PM provides an independent voice to shape the overall project strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfolio value. They also are champions of the project management role, and support, champion and execute on the R&ED PM and RDSP vision to enable an industry-leading PM organization.

Roles & Responsibilities

• The Early Development Project Manager (ED PM) is accountable for one or more EDPTs of moderate or high complexity and is highly autonomous in supporting the non-oncology portfolio as part of their day-to-day work.
• Proactively identifies and facilitates team review of program risks and ensures mitigation plans are developed and implemented.
• Partners with the Early Development Program Lead (EDPL) to lead a cross-functional matrix team of experts in advancing programs/assets within the remit of their Early Development Program Team (EDPT). Acts as an integrator within the EDPT and across the enterprise to ensure alignment on project strategy implementation in alignment with project priority, across all intended indications and for all geographies.
• Coaches project team members and others to drive excellence and accountability, and develop talent pipeline for DPT membership.
• With the EDPL, works to foster a high performing team and monitor the health and operating efficiency of the team as a unit. Leads creation of team norms and operating principles with a focus on cross-functional input and accountability, and robust analysis of vetted options and decision making per guidance framework.
• For projects that are being jointly developed, works closely with a key strategic alliance partner.
• Accountable for creating and maintaining a cross-functional development plan, timeline and budget for each program and ensuring progress vs. plan.
• Advises on governance expectations and prepares for key decision point discussions with focus on cross-functional input, rigorous debate to enable efficient decision making.
• Facilitates effective, science-based business decisions including development of scenarios (base-case, buy-ups, buy-downs) as needed, highlighting interdependencies and downstream impacts (including but not limited to timelines and budget) of strategic decisions
• Acts as change agent for continuous improvement and transformational initiatives developed within R&ED PM and RDSP.
• Ensures appropriate DPT membership during the progression of the program.
• As project management subject matter expert, understands best practices, identifies gaps and challenges, implements efficiencies and improved ways of working within R&ED PM and RDSP.
• Develops and coordinates resource and budget planning across functions to assure adequate resources are applied to the project and any changes are highlighted appropriately.
• Ensures all decisions are assessed as to their risks and impacts. Accountable for communication to team and stakeholders in a transparent and timely manner.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead matrix teams, knows how to work at the strategic level with the DPL and when to delve deeper to resolve issues and challenges.
• Excellent Project Management Skills – drives execution while balancing speed, quality, risk and cost.
• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical sciences or other relevant discipline., MS/Ph.D. preferred.
• Strong communicator able to integrate and succinctly summarize the various parts of a project and effectively tailor messages to audience incl. senior leaders.
• Ability to lead the development of critical path analyses and scenario planning.
• Leadership skills including situational leadership, ability to lead a team of experts and influence without authority.
• Experience with commonly used project management tools including but not limited to Microsoft project.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry, preferably in the early development space, including 5 years in project/portfolio management or leadership of cross-functional matrix teams.
• Demonstrated competency in early phase drug development expertise with solid understanding of disease area and drug development pathway with the ability to contribute to strategic discussions.
• Ability to resolve complex problems and manage difficult stakeholder situations.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $159,000-200,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

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

Final, Individual Compensation Is Decided Based On Demonstrated Experience.

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On-site Protocol

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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