Job Description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

The Clinical Scientist function provides scientific expertise necessary to design and deliver clinical studies and programs.

Summary:

Will be responsible for design and execution of assigned clinical trial activities and work closely with clinical team members within the assigned project to execute activities associated with the conduct

May serve as Clinical Trial Lead for one or more trials

May lead or support trial level activities for one or more trials with the necessary supervision

May co-lead study team meetings in partnership with GDO protocol manager and collaborate with cross-functional study team members

Position Responsibilities:

Collaborate and liaise with external partners (e.g., KOLs)

Seek out and enact best practices with instruction

Provide regular and timely updates to manager/management as requested

Develop Protocol and ICF documents / amendments and present these to governance committee and development team meetings as required

Conduct literature review

Submit clinical documents to TMF

Develop site and CRA training materials and present these at SIVs and Investigator meetings

Review clinical narratives

Monitor clinical data for specific trends

Develop Data Review Plan in collaboration with Data Management

Ensure CRF design adequately supports data collection in alignment with the protocol in collaboration with Data Management/Programming Submit clinical contributions to clinical study reports (CSRs) and clinical portions of Regulatory Documents (e.g., IB, DSUR, PSUR, Orphan Annual Reports, HA, EC, IRB responses and contribute to regulatory submission.)

Degree in Life Sciences (MD, PhD, Pharm D, MS, RN or other scientific field preferred). 

Requirements:

Basic knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, study design, statistics, clinical operations

Ability to understand assigned protocol(s) and their requirements

Basic knowledge skills to support program-specific data review and trend identification

Intermediate medical writing skills and medical terminology

Basic planning/project management skills (develop short range plans that are realistic and effective)

Detail-oriented with commitment to quality

Basic knowledge of disease area, compound, current clinical landscape

Basic knowledge of the establishment and operation of data monitoring committees, dose review teams, and independent response adjudication committees

Intermediate critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Adaptable / flexible (willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities; ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism)

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint and data review tools (e.g., Pt Profiles, report generating tools)

Domestic and International travel may be required

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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. 

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

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation.  Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.  This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or if you are applying to a role based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment process, please direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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