Associate Director, Global Clinical Science – Neuroscience

Bristol Myers Squibb

. Implement, plan, and execute assigned clinical trial activities .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $184,270 - $256,789 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial management, including planning, execution, and oversight of trial activities. Proficient in GCP/ICH guidelines, clinical data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful trial outcomes.

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Clinical Trial ManagementGCP/ICH KnowledgeData Review and InterpretationMedical Writing SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchStudy DesignStatisticsData Monitoring CommitteesMedical TerminologyCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingClinical OperationsRegulatory Document Preparation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipDetail-OrientedAdaptabilityInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointElectronic Data CaptureJ-Review

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsDrug Development ProcessClinical ScienceKOLsMOAPK/PDBiomarkerSafety ProfileInformed ConsentStudy Startup

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement, plan, and execute assigned clinical trial activities
Serve as Clinical Trial Lead for one or more trials
Lead, plan, and execute trial-level activities for multiple trials with minimal to moderate supervision
Provide scientific and clinical leadership to supporting Clinical Scientists through matrix leadership
Co-lead study team meetings with the GDO protocol manager and collaborate with cross-functional study team members
Support clinical development planning through provision and analysis of data
Maintain thorough understanding of assigned protocols and educate supporting team members
Plan and lead study startup, conduct, and close-out activities
Evaluate innovative trial designs
Support protocol and informed consent form development, including writing, reviewing, adjudicating and resolving cross-functional comments
Conduct site-facing activities, including training and serving as primary contact for clinical questions
Support data generation and validation, including CRF design, clinical data review, and query resolution
Identify clinical data trends and escalate questions to the Medical Monitor
Develop clinical narrative plans and review clinical narratives
Provide information for trial budget and CRO scope-of-work development
Review site and CRA training materials and present at SIV and investigator meetings
Support study committee activities, including DMC activities
Draft, review, and validate clinical study reports and clinical portions of regulatory documents
Collaborate with and serve as primary liaison to external partners for scientific advice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Life Sciences (MD, PhD, Pharm D, MS, RN or other scientific field preferred)
5+ years of experience in clinical science, clinical research, or equivalent
Proficient knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, study design, statistics, and clinical operations
Proficient knowledge and skills to support program-specific data review, trend identification, and data interpretation
Knowledge of the establishment and operation of data monitoring committees, dose review teams, and independent response adjudication committees
Excellent verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across functions and job levels
Ability to assimilate technical information quickly
Detail-oriented
Strong sense of teamwork and ability to lead team activities
Proficient in medical terminology and medical writing skills
Proficient knowledge of the disease areas, KOLs, indications, and compounds under study, including MOA, PK/PD, biomarker, and safety profile
Proficient critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Understanding of functional and cross-functional relationships
Commitment to quality
Adaptability and flexibility to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities
Proficient planning/project management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Electronic Data Capture (e.g., RAVE), J-Review or similar data reporting tools
Domestic and international travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities
Wellbeing support
Retirement and financial protection benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance offerings
Flexible Time Off (FTO) for U.S.-based exempt employees
11 paid company holidays each year
160 hours of paid vacation annually for eligible new hires
3 optional holidays for eligible employees
Paid sick leave, depending on eligibility
Up to two paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day for eligible employees
Workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support for people with disabilities