Associate Director, Real World Data Strategy

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 164,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellbeing programs

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb Co is seeking an Associate Director, Real World Data Strategy to lead end-to-end RWD capabilities. You will drive strategy, partnerships, data management, and governance to deliver scalable data products and AI-ready assets in a highly matrixed environment.

The role requires an advanced degree and 5+ years in data strategy or analytics within healthcare or life sciences, with strong stakeholder leadership and program delivery skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences or data-related field (or MBA).
• 5+ years of experience in data strategy, analytics, or real-world data roles.
• Expertise in RWD types such as claims, EHR, registries and healthcare data sources.
• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or real-world data ecosystem.
• Proven cross-functional, matrixed collaboration experience.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and delivery mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supports development and execution of real-world data initiatives aligned with R&D and enterprise priorities.
• Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
• Drives prioritization and delivery of data analytics initiatives for maximum business impact.
• Contributes to identification and utilization of data assets across internal and external sources.
• Supports end-to-end data lifecycle management for downstream use.
• Ensures data quality, accessibility, and governance across platforms.

Skills

RWD strategy

Analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Executive storytelling

Program management

Data governance

AI/ML data capabilities

Education

Master in life science or data-related field, or MBA

Job description

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

Associate Director, Real World Data Strategy

Job Description

Description

RWD Strategy is accountable for strategic prioritization and acquisition, data governance and enablement, development of scalable data products, advancement of AI-ready data foundations, and establishment of end-to-end data quality, knowledge, and context layers to democratize data, accelerate innovation, and improve outcomes.

The Associate Director, Real World Data Strategy plays a critical role in driving end-to-end RWD capabilities across strategy, partnerships, acquisition, data management, product development, governance, and value realization. This role operates in a highly matrixed environment and is responsible for ensuring RWD investments deliver measurable business value, enable scalable data products, and support advanced analytics and AI use cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads and supports the development and execution of real-world data (RWD) initiatives aligned with R&D and enterprise priorities

• Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into data-driven solutions

• Drives prioritization and delivery of data and analytics initiatives to ensure alignment with strategic goals and maximum business impact

• Contributes to identification, evaluation, and utilization of data assets, including internal and external sources

• Supports end-to-end lifecycle of data, including acquisition, management, and enablement for downstream use

• Ensures data quality, consistency, accessibility, and usability across platforms and use cases

• Collaborates with product, engineering, and analytics teams to enable development and adoption of scalable data solutions

• Promotes standardization, reuse, and efficient utilization of data assets across the enterprise

• Ensures adherence to data governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements

• Enables effective use of data for analytics, reporting, and advanced use cases including AI/ML

• Drives stakeholder engagement, communication, and adoption of data capabilities and solutions

• Monitors progress, risks, and outcomes, and communicates insights to leadership through structured updates

• Supports continuous improvement of processes, frameworks, and capabilities to enhance overall data strategy and execution

Position Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master in life science or data-related field, or MBA)

• 5+ years of experience in data strategy, analytics, consulting, or real-world data (RWD) related roles

• Expertise in various real-world data (RWD) types, such as claims, electronic health records (EHR), registries, and other healthcare data sources

• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or real-world data ecosystem required

• Proven experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments

Required Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities

• Excellent communication and executive storytelling skills
• Strong execution mindset with ability to translate strategy into delivery plans

• Strategic thinking and strong business acumen

• Experience in data strategy, data products, and analytics ecosystems

• Understanding of data governance, compliance, and data lifecycle management

• Experience in demand management, prioritization, and program delivery

• Ability to translate business needs into scalable data and analytics solutions

• Strong program management and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive outcomes in a fast-paced environment

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Compensation Overview:

Field - United States - US: $164,050 - $198,790

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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