Director, Statistical Methodology and Innovation

Director, Statistical Methodology and Innovation

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

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 resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

Key Responsibilities

1. Drive formulation, development, and implementation of innovative statistical analysis methods and study designs across therapeutic areas.
2. Facilitate discussions, translating scientific questions into statistical terms and statistical concepts into layman's terms.
3. Influence stakeholders by effectively communicating research findings to cross-functional teams; interpret scientific results accessibly for non-statisticians.
4. Serve as statistical lead on topics influencing and advising senior leadership on issues with business impact.
5. Continuously develop technical knowledge of statistical methodologies and build external scientific reputation via publications and presentations.
6. Enhance knowledge of drug development processes, regulatory, and commercial requirements.
7. Mentor and coach junior statisticians; develop training curricula for the broader GBDS organization.
8. Communicate the GBDS Mission and Vision to foster pride, excitement, and commitment within GBDS.
9. Promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect for diversity, compliance, and constructive questioning.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in Statistics/Biostatistics with 9+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical R&D or academia/government.
• Strong understanding of drug development with a proven track record of statistical innovation.
• Expertise in Bayesian Methods, Adaptive Design, RWE, Predictive Modeling, Survival Analysis, or Decision Analysis, with publication records.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Teamwork skills, with good interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

If your experience doesn't perfectly match this role but you're intrigued, we encourage you to apply. You might be just one step away from a transformative career opportunity.

Our Culture and Work Environment

With a shared vision of transforming patients' lives through science, every BMS employee plays a crucial role. We value individual talents and perspectives, fostering a supportive culture that promotes global participation in clinical trials. Our core values include passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity, aiming to maximize each colleague's potential.

On-site Protocol

BMS's occupancy structure determines where employees work: site-essential (100% onsite), site-by-design (hybrid with at least 50% onsite), or field-based/remote roles requiring travel. We are committed to supporting employees with disabilities through accommodations and support. For accommodation requests, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for our EEO statement.

We prioritize health and safety; vaccination against Covid-19 and boosters are strongly recommended. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with local laws. For Los Angeles County residents or those working there, additional information is available at https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/. All data processed during application will be handled per applicable privacy policies.