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.

VP, R&D Communications is responsible for developing the narrative of BMS’ scientific innovation, including internal and external communications strategy, execution and measurement of worldwide R&ED communications through all channels, in alignment with business objectives. Also responsible for leading strategies/tactics to engage patients and educational/science global alliance relationships. Working closely with the R&ED organization and its leaders, leads integrated communications strategy across the product pipeline, as well as internal communications and executive communications for R&ED Leaders. This experienced leader will contribute to reputational issues and risk mitigation at the global level as it pertains to topics related to BMS’ pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee integrated worldwide and U.S. R&ED communications strategy and science and innovation narrative across emerging products and sciences
• Collaborate with Commercial and markets/regions to develop and implement communications strategies to lay the groundwork for market demand for future products/brands
• Deliver integrated science communications strategy in collaboration with  R&ED teams to position key data and milestones aligned with company strategy
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, including medical media, trade associations and policy makers, to garner positive coverage around Bristol-Myers Squibb’s scientific achievements and aspirations, supporting the company’s reputation and thought leadership activities as they relate to R&ED narrative
• Develop and oversee worldwide communications strategy for the R&ED organization, including internal communications strategy/narrative, and executive communications strategy and support for leaders
• Contribute as SME to worldwide issues management for emerging technologies, including design and implementation of issues and crisis management processes for BMS to identify, monitor, communicate and respond to emerging issues at a coordinated, enterprise-wide level
• Aligned with company's patient focus and the corporate Global Advocacy strategy, define global advocacy strategies/tactics along the product development and commercialization lifecycle that embody patients input and provide support as relevant
• Represent CA on the R&ED Leadership Team; Advise and counsel R&D executives on all aspects of company reputation, media, issues management, employee engagement and leadership communications; lead communications strategy to support organizational evolution and change management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Develop and oversee integrated worldwide and U.S. R&ED communications strategy and science and innovation narrative across emerging products and sciences
• Collaborate with Commercial and markets/regions to develop and implement communications strategies to lay the groundwork for market demand for future products/brands
• Deliver integrated science communications strategy in collaboration with  R&ED teams to position key data and milestones aligned with company strategy
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, including medical media, trade associations and policy makers, to garner positive coverage around Bristol-Myers Squibb’s scientific achievements and aspirations, supporting the company’s reputation and thought leadership activities as they relate to R&ED narrative
• Develop and oversee worldwide communications strategy for the R&ED organization, including internal communications strategy/narrative, and executive communications strategy and support for leaders
• Contribute as SME to worldwide issues management for emerging technologies, including design and implementation of issues and crisis management processes for BMS to identify, monitor, communicate and respond to emerging issues at a coordinated, enterprise-wide level
• Aligned with company's patient focus and the corporate Global Advocacy strategy, define global advocacy strategies/tactics along the product development and commercialization lifecycle that embody patients input and provide support as relevant
• Represent CA on the R&ED Leadership Team; Advise and counsel R&D executives on all aspects of company reputation, media, issues management, employee engagement and leadership communications; lead communications strategy to support organizational evolution and change management

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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