Executive Director, Global Medical Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb

. Serve as the operational architect for BMS's Medical Evidence Generation enterprise .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timePrinceton • New Jersey • United StatesLead💰 $257,180 - $311,647 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and scaling operational models for medical studies, with a strong focus on compliance with global regulations and ICH guidelines. Proven ability to lead large teams and drive strategic initiatives in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.

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Operational Strategy DevelopmentMedical Study ExecutionRegulatory Compliance (GCP, ICH)Leadership in Pharmaceutical IndustryBuilding Fit-for-Purpose Operational Models

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Hard Skills

Medical Evidence GenerationDrug Development ProcessesClinical Study OperationsOperational Risk ManagementBudget PlanningData CollectionSite ActivationMonitoringCloseout ProceduresGovernance Frameworks

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsStakeholder InfluenceTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsData PlatformsProcess Enhancements

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyOncologyHematologyImmunologyCardiovascular DiseaseNeuroscienceReal-World Evidence StudiesNon-Interventional StudiesClinical Research

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the operational architect for BMS's Medical Evidence Generation enterprise
Build and scale a fit-for-purpose operational model for medical studies across oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and neuroscience
Lead an organization of approximately 50 people
Assess the current state and redesign organizational structure, roles, levels, and accountabilities
Ensure the team is equipped to execute the medical evidence generation portfolio at scale and with excellence
Own the enterprise-wide operational strategy for medical study execution
Design medical-specific operational frameworks distinct from the drug development model
Create adaptable frameworks for interventional, observational/non-interventional, and externally sponsored studies
Identify talent gaps and partner with HR to address under-resourced areas
Establish governance frameworks ensuring compliance with global and local regulations, ICH guidelines, GCP, and BMS standards
Implement standardized yet adaptable operational policies and procedures
Provide senior oversight across the full study lifecycle, from budget conception, feasibility, and timeline planning through site activation, data collection, monitoring, and closeout
Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks and implement corrective and preventive actions
Oversee CRO and vendor partnerships
Represent MEG Operations as an enterprise leader and key decision-maker on the MEG, MAP & RWE Leadership Team
Set the vision for the evolution of medical operations at BMS
Align operational strategy with medical portfolio priorities
Translate high-level strategy into executable operational plans
Champion innovation and continuous improvement, including digital tools, data platforms, and process enhancements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in a relevant field such as Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Clinical Research, or a related discipline
Minimum of 12+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Significant experience across both drug development and medical/clinical study operations
Minimum of 3–5 years in an Executive Director-equivalent or enterprise leadership role
Direct accountability for building and scaling operational organizations, not solely managing within an existing structure
Demonstrated track record of building fit-for-purpose operational models from the ground up within large, complex, matrixed, global pharmaceutical or biotech organizations
Deep understanding of drug development processes and the full lifecycle of medical studies
Solid understanding of global and local regulatory frameworks governing medical studies
Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines
Knowledge of country-specific requirements for non-interventional and real-world evidence studies
Experience operating at an enterprise or global level across multiple therapeutic areas, disease areas, or business units
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to influence and align stakeholders across functions and organizational levels

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary incentive cash
Stock opportunities
Wellbeing support
Retirement and financial protection benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance offerings
Flexible Time Off (FTO) without a set accrual limit for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees
11 paid company holidays annually
160 hours of paid vacation annually for eligible new hires
3 optional holidays for eligible employees
Paid sick leave, where eligible
Up to two paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military leaves of absence
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support for people with disabilities