Neuroscience Translational Pharmacology Director

Bristol Myers Squibb; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 267,000 - 323,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks a Senior Director, Neuroscience Translational Pharmacology, to lead translational pharmacology efforts within the Neuroscience TRC in Cambridge, MA. You will design and interpret preclinical pharmacology studies, align with discovery and early development, and collaborate with Translational Discovery, Medicine, and Clinical Development.

The role demands leadership of PhD/MS/BS scientists, strong data-driven decision making, and strategic input to guide candidate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 15+ years in academic/industry roles.
• Master’s degree with 12+ years in academic/industry roles.
• Ph.D. or equivalent with 10+ years and 8+ years leadership in life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of scientists for in vivo and translational pharmacology studies across neuroscience.
• Ensure rigor, reproducibility, and regulatory-aligned study design and data interpretation.
• Set priorities, resources, and timelines aligned with program needs.
• Collaborate to maintain and integrate transgenic/animal models for candidate evaluation.
• Drive portfolio governance and alignment with translational strategies within the TRC.

Skills

Leadership experience

Independent work

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences

Master’s Degree in Life Sciences

Ph.D. in Life Sciences

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks a Senior Director, Neuroscience Translational Pharmacology, to lead translational pharmacology efforts within the Neuroscience TRC in Cambridge, MA. You will design and interpret preclinical pharmacology studies, align with discovery and early development, and collaborate with Translational Discovery, Medicine, and Clinical Development.

The role demands leadership of PhD/MS/BS scientists, strong data-driven decision making, and strategic input to guide candidate