Senior Manager, Data Scientist

Biopharma Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 148,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellbeing programs

401(k) & disability protection

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Manager – Data Scientist to advance the global drug development data science and biomarker program. You will lead multimodal analyses, develop predictive biomarker strategies, and work with cross‑functional teams across Translational, Clinical and Statistical Scientists to drive biomarker‑driven decisions.

The role demands expertise in AI/ML, high‑dimensional data, and omics analytics, plus strong communication and collaborative skills to translate

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a quantitative field with 1+ years of academic/industry experience or Master’s with 3+ years of industry experience
• Strong experience in analysis of omics or molecular assay data
• Knowledge of molecular biology and disease pathways preferred
• Experience in biomarker data analysis from clinical trials or electronic health records
• Experience applying AI/ML; proficient in SQL, Python, and R and cloud platforms
• Experience developing statistical and ML models on high‑dimensional data for time-to-event and longitudinal outcomes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and manage multiple fast-paced projects
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop computational methods for patient segmentation from multimodal datasets in collaboration with Translational, Clinical and Statistical Scientists
• Partner with statisticians to write SAPs for biomarkers and diagnostics and highlight biomarker strategy for clinical drug development
• Execute biomarker analyses on datasets from clinical trials and real‑world data cohorts
• Perform high‑dimensional data analyses (e.g., gene expression, sequencing) using advanced statistical methods
• Develop predictive biomarkers and precision medicine strategies for drug development
• Optimize and validate biomarker assays for clinical trial usage
• Develop and apply state‑of‑the‑art algorithms to address business problems and biomarker strategy implementation
• Formulate and validate predictive models and scalable modeling processes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including clinicians, data scientists, IT professionals
• Manage resources to deliver quality outputs within timelines

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Cloud platforms

AI/ML

Biomarker data analysis

Omics data

Disease pathways

Communication

Education

PhD in quantitative field with 1+ years experience

Master's in quantitative field with 3+ years experience

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.

Senior Manager –Data Scientist

You will join a new cutting-edge Drug Development Data Science and Biomarker team to advance the global drug development process. We are looking for candidates with strong computational, statistical, and biological capabilities with a demonstrated track record of translating complex data into testable hypotheses and experience modeling multimodal (clinical, omics, real-world data) using the classical ML and Deep Learning algorithms.We are looking for hands‑on state-of-the-art practitioners.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and apply novel or existing computational methods for patient segmentation from multimodal clinical and omics datasets for various treatment modalities in partnership with Translational, Clinical and Statistical Scientists
• Partner with lead and protocol statisticians in writing, reviewing and executing protocols and statistical analysis plans (SAP) for biomarkers and diagnostics, highlighting the biomarker strategy for clinical drug development
• Execute biomarker analyses on datasets from BMS clinical trials and real-world data cohorts
• Perform relevant and innovative statistical analyses of high‑dimensional (e.g. gene expression, sequencing) data generated by cutting edge technologies
• Execute and contribute to the scientific and statistical strategy of drug development, including development of predictive biomarker(s) and precision medicine
• Optimize and validate biomarker assays for clinical trial usage.
• Develop, implement, and apply state‑of‑the‑art algorithms to address key business problems and drive the implementation of innovative statistical methods in support of biomarker strategy
• Formulate, implement, test, and validate predictive models and implement efficient automated processes for producing modeling results at scale.
• Responsible for collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including but not limited to clinicians, data scientists, translational medicine scientists, statisticians, and IT professionals.
• Manage and coordinate resources to produce quality deliverables within timelines for competing priorities.

Key Requirements:

• Ph.D. in a relevant quantitative field (i.e. Computational Biology, Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, etc.) and 1+ years of academic/industry experience or Master’s Degree in a relevant quantitative field and 3+ years of industry experience
• Strong experience in the analysis of data generated by one or more -omics or molecular assays is required
• Knowledge of molecular biology, understanding of disease pathways are preferred
• Strong experience in biomarker data analysis with data generated from clinical trials, or electronic health records
• Experience in modeling methodsparticularly in their application to pharma R&D Experience in the application of AI/ML, and proficient in SQL, Python, and R and cloud platforms
• Experience developing statistical and machine learning models on high dimensional and high throughput data for time to event data and longitudinal outcomes
• Perspective in leveraging innovative approaches to expedite drug development and address the complexities of emerging data
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to handle several concurrent, fast‑paced projects.
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills, and rigorous and creative thinking.
• Excellent communication, data presentation, and visualization skills.
• Capable of establishing strong working relationships across the organization

Compensation Overview:

• Brisbane - CA - US: $170,470 - $206,567
• Cambridge Crossing: $170,470 - $206,567
• Princeton - NJ - US: $148,230 - $179,622
• Seattle - WA: $163,060 - $197,585

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.

• 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: T he 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.

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