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.

As an integral member of the Science Communications team, the Associate Director, R&D, Early Pipeline Communications role will lead early pipeline efforts across all TAs, including data read-outs, medical congress activities, earned, owned and paid media strategies; create content explaining and bringing to life our core research platforms, including liaising with the cross-functional Corporate Affairs team across strategy and execution, in collaboration with scientific, medical, development and commercial teams, as well as agency partners.

This role represents a critical member of the Science Communications team, and will also support the creation and execution of the overall integrated communications plan for the Research & Early Development and Global Drug Development organizations.

The role will report to the Executive Director of Science Communications.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Work closely with matrix leaders across therapeutic areas to drive effective communications and initiatives aligned with the business and in support of the company’s corporate and scientific strategic messages.
• Develop and implement an integrated external communications plan to showcase the full BMS Early Pipeline (prior to hand-off to global drug development team) and raise the scientific profile of Bristol-Myers Squibb, aligning with the Corporate and R&D Strategy.
• Develop creative content on key targets, pathways and thematic areas of focus, aligned to the current pipeline, positioning BMS as a leader in the scientific community.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to prepare for disclosures at medical meetings, earnings announcements, collaborative announcements and other miscellaneous pipeline updates.
• Develop close partnership with Corporate Affairs colleagues supporting global drug development, to ensure cohesive communications plans around events like medical meetings
• Develop appropriate multi-channel approach for all communications opportunities; partner closely with appropriate team members to ensure accurate and timely deployment on digital and social channels as well as measurement/reporting.
• Ensure international colleagues have access to information and resources to educate their stakeholders on the full pipeline.
• Work collaboratively to ensure a smooth transition from Early Development to Global Drug Development.
• Manage an external PR agency for specific projects and be accountable for budget oversight and tracking.
• This role will not have any direct reports; however, the successful candidate will be able to manage cross-functional teams and work effectively in a highly matrixed organization.

Position Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated leader with a track record of setting, driving and delivering against integrated communications strategies. S/he must be able to collaborate with cross-functional leaders and teams to develop comprehensive and creative communications strategies and have demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence others. Finally, this individual will have a strong grasp of storytelling that can engage and energize a variety of audiences and support the company’s business objectives.

• 7+ years of professional experience in corporate affairs, with a focus on pharmaceutical communications preferred. A successful candidate will have:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Past experience of working in a pharmaceutical or scientific industry. Agency experience strongly preferred.
• Proven track record driving scientific communications and experience leading and advising senior and executive level employees and teams.
• A strong understanding of business critical priorities, and ability to apply understanding of market and competitive dynamics into strategy.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively within Corporate Affairs and more broadly within the enterprise.
• Excellent writing skills (i.e., ability to produce clear, compelling, motivating communications quickly), and ability use scientific expertise to craft messages and strategies.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to successfully work in a matrix organization, lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects and prioritize effectively.
• Strong business acumen skills, ability to think strategically and creatively in the development and implementation of integrated communications.
• Proven experience operating within a complex, fast-paced and changing environment.
• Proficiency with web-based, digital communications and social media tools.

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.

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