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.

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 Diagnostic Program Manager works directly with the Diagnostic Sciences teams to lead internal and external Biomarker Strategy and Companion Diagnostic development activities for multiple therapeutic areas including Solid Tumor, Hematology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Fibrosis, as well as Digital solutions. The team integrates scientific and business insights from multiple stakeholder functions to deliver innovative diagnostic strategies and solutions that will make precision medicine a reality for the patients and health care providers we serve. 

The Diagnostic Program Manager is accountable, with the Diagnostic Technical Lead to support BMS therapeutic product Development Teams (DT) to successfully shape and execute the various translational and diagnostic strategies, projects, and lifecycle plans. 

BMS values the innovation that can be inspired from in-person collaboration among our site-based employees.  We also offer up to 50% remote work flexibility within a 2-week period.

Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsibilities may vary based on project and stages of development (early, late, and lifecycle)
• Manage the implementation of Biomarker Strategies and Companion Diagnostic projects to support global DTs
• Responsible for managing the Companion Diagnostic project team and deliverables, working effectively with cross-functional representatives including scientific, clinical, regulatory, legal, finance
• Responsible for developing and coordinating resource planning across functions to assure that adequate resources are being applied to the project
• Develop and maintain timelines for Companion Diagnostic activities, assure alignment with global DT timelines as applicable, update timeline on an ongoing basis to allow transparency to the organization
• Prepare and track project budgets, manage project financials including accruals and payables, work with Procurement, Business Development, and the Diagnostic Technical Lead to develop contracts for development partners, service providers, and research collaborators
• Identify project risks with the project team, develop mitigations and drive for resolution of project issues
• Prepare regular progress reports and ad hoc reports to facilitate seamless communication and transparency of project status throughout the organization
• Establish a close partnering relationship with the DT Program Leader and Program Manager, as applicable for the project
• Establish a close working relationship with external development partners, service providers, and research collaborators to monitor the execution of Companion Diagnostic projects
• Ensure that DT strategy recommendations requiring endorsement by governance committees incorporate Companion Diagnostic team advice, and thoroughly coordinate governance committee planning with the DT
• Partner with other BMS project management groups and resources to implement project management best practices which facilitate internal efficiencies and information sharing
• Lead the establishment and harmonization of Companion Diagnostic related processes, identify needs for process improvements, and lead change management initiatives
• Assure that BMS values are demonstrated in all aspects of individual actions and team interactions

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of pharma or medical device experience, 2-3 years project management experience or equivalent; PMP certification desirable.
• Strong understanding of the global drug development, medical device, and/or translational development processes, with ability to lead supportive project management processes
• Strong project management skills, outcomes oriented, and results driven
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, cross-functional collaboration skills, and a cross-cultural awareness
• Works with independence to effectively lead global, cross-functional matrixed teams.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicts and negotiations, and influence outcomes without direct authority
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Strong understanding of the project financial budgeting and expenditures process, and contracts development process
• Effectively utilize project management tools and information technology systems such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Project, Excel, SharePoint, Visio, Spotfire, etc

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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