Lead, Real-World Data Strategy – Hybrid/Remote

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

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.