Director, Program Management, Neuroscience

Bristol Myers Squibb; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 316,000 - 383,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Director of Program Management to lead PM efforts for early and/or late development assets. You will partner with the Global Program Lead to shape IDP/TPP, drive integrated cross-functional timelines, and manage risk and resources for multiple asset indications.

The role requires extensive drug development experience, matrix leadership, and a proven track record of delivering complex programs with senior-level influence.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA/Ph.D.) in Life Sciences or related field; PMP certification desirable.
• 12+ years of industry experience, with 10+ years in drug development program/project management.
• Experience across multiple therapy areas and global regulatory submissions.
• Proven success delivering complex programs with enterprise visibility.
• Strong executive presence with ability to influence at senior levels.
• Ability to manage interdependencies across functions, therapies, and geographies.
• Expertise in planning, risk management, stakeholder management, and soft skills.
• Ability to shape long-term development strategy for enterprise-important programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead as PM SME, partnering with Global Program Lead to deliver IDP/TPP.
• Execute IDP per asset with cross-functional alignment to timelines.
• Manage matrix teams to maintain integrated cross-functional timelines.
• Lead risk management and mitigation planning for assets and indications.
• Monitor high-level budget and resource health; advocate for required resources.
• Provide PM expertise in governance discussions and portfolio processes.
• Potential matrix manager for PM resources; support asset or portfolio content.

Skills

PM leadership

Cross-functional partner

Risk management

Budget management

Governance

Matrix leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

MS/MBA/PhD in Life Sciences or related

PMP certification desirable

Tools

MS Project

Cross-functional PM tools

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”–a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Position Summary

The Director, Program Management, is assigned to early and/or late development stage asset(s). They operate as a strategic partner to the Global Program Lead (GPL), to shape and deliver the Target Product Profile (TPP) and Integrated Development Strategy (IDP) for the assigned asset(s) and associated product indications. Responsible for the rigorous execution of the IDP individually or in partnership with assigned Program Management team members.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Program Management SME delivering as a key partner to the GPL. Serves as the strategic thought partner to the GPL / GPT and core to establish a high performing team environment.
• Responsible for the execution of IDP per asset indication, this includes strong partnership with each sub-team and their leadership to ensure alignment to the TPP/IDP and clear understanding of what they are accountable to deliver.
• Leads matrixed PM team members to create and maintain integrated cross-functional timelines for each asset indication within approved systems. Timelines should include scenario plans that actively manage risk, evaluate alternative development strategies as well as acceleration opportunities (or cost savings).
• Leads risk management activities at the GPT and ensures risk management activities at the sub-teams and below are performed with timely escalation for high probability x high impact risks. Responsible for delivering the risk management plan, including risk mitigation strategies.
• Responsible to monitor high level direct budget and resource health for assigned asset(s) and indications. Maintains visibility and advocates for the resources required to deliver the IDP per governance approval.
• Delivers as a PM SME in discussions with leadership or at governance stage gates.
• Supports GPT annual objective processes and budget planning including annual and long-term portfolio processes.
• May serve as a matrix manager for Program Management resources assigned to the asset.
• Supports DD PM Portfolio Leads to deliver asset or portfolio content as required.
• Foster cross-functional thinking to drive and shape program strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfolio.
• Expected to lead as a change agent and a strong representative of the DD PM department vision and ways of working.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA or Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline. PMP certification is desirable.
• 12+ years of industry experience, with at least 10 years of direct experience in drug development program / project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in various therapy areas.
• Demonstrated experience in nearly all phases of research and drug development, including global regulatory submissions (IND/CTA through NDA/BLA/MAA/JNDA/ NDA China) and lifecycle management.
• Proven success as a PM delivering complex programs teams with high level of enterprise visibility. Long-standing experience which demonstrates strong matrix leadership abilities.
• Strong executive presence with ability to present, influence, and gain alignment at senior governance and executive leadership levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage interdependencies within therapeutic areas, disease areas, functions, and geographies.
• Expertise in core PM methodologies and tools. Most specifically planning and control, risk management, stakeholder management and soft skills.
• Ability to resolve critical technical/business problems and shape long-term development strategy for programs of enterprise significance.

Unique Elements

• In addition to matrix management responsibilities, the role may require direct line management of Program Management team members that are aligned to asset indications.
• May serve as a trusted deputy to the GPL.

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. Compensation Overview: Brisbane - CA - US: $217,250 - $263,258 Cambridge Crossing: $217,250 - $263,258 Princeton - NJ - US: $193,980 - $235,056 The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits: Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans - including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability). U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year. Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays. Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day. U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters - because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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