Executive Director, Portfolio Lead, Global Discovery Chemistry (Boston) Job at Bristol Myers Squibb, Boston, MA

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  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at BristolMyersSquibb 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. Youll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside highachieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. BristolMyersSquibb 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.

Position Summary

The Portfolio Lead/Executive Director, Global Discovery Chemistry (GDC), plays a critical leadership role in setting the strategic direction, integration, and successful execution of chemistry programs. This position supports one or more therapeutic areas and advances BristolMyersSquibbs mission to improve the lives of patients through science. As a key member of the GDC Leadership Team, the individual in this role will significantly influence the overall discovery chemistry strategy at BMS. The leader is responsible for overseeing teams within Global Discovery Chemistry, guiding their efforts to identify, prioritize, and develop innovative drug molecules that meet rigorous scientific standards and align with the companys portfolio objectives. This includes leading both matrix and directreport teams, cultivating a culture of collaboration and accountability focused on achieving scientific milestones and delivering impactful solutions. Additionally, the Portfolio Lead/Executive Director collaborates closely with functional leaders throughout Research and Development, providing essential leadership in molecular invention, managing resources, and leveraging technology to maximize the value of the global discovery chemistry pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversee the portfolio delivery of multiple discovery chemistry programs, ensuring they are aligned with organizational objectives and consistently produce highquality, differentiated small molecule drugs.
  • Manage site operations for Global Discovery Chemistry team at the Cambridge, MA location, upholding organizational standards and ensuring that scientific initiatives are carried out efficiently.
  • Act as a mentor to leaders, teams, and scientists within the organization, encouraging the adoption and implementation of AI/ML tools and other innovative technologies that accelerate the development of new medicines.
  • Promote collaboration and accountability within both matrix and line teams to ensure the delivery of impactful scientific results.
  • Ensure strategic alignment and progress across one or more therapeutic areas within the BMS portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry with a minimum of 15 years of relevant postgraduate experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors.
  • Demonstrated success in leading medicinal chemistry teams that have advanced innovative drug candidates to clinical development. Experience with one or more chemical modalities such as antibodydrug conjugates (ADCs), monovalent or bivalent protein degraders, oligonucleotides, and/or macrocyclic peptides is preferred.
  • Proven ability to drive scientific excellence and inspire crossfunctional teams to achieve ambitious objectives.
  • Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders in complex research and development environments.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, combined with a collaborative and forwardthinking approach.

Compensation Overview

$277,300 $336,017

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a fulltime 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 employees work schedule, jobrelated knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care; wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP); financial wellbeing resources and a 401(k); and other programs such as paid national holidays, optional holidays, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, voluntary days, and various leave options. Additional benefits cover short and longterm disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, survivor support, parental, caregiver, bereavement and military leave, family care services, tuition reimbursement, and a recognition program.

Onsite Protocol

We have an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work: siteessential, sitebydesign, fieldbased and remotebydesign. Siteessential roles require 100% onsite; sitebydesign roles may be eligible for a hybrid model with at least 50% onsite. Onsite presence is essential for collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive company culture. For fieldbased and remotebydesign roles, the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings as directed is an essential function.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support. Applicants can request accommodations prior to accepting a job offer. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your wellbeing and the wellbeing of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. The company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID19 and keep up to date with boosters. BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Fulltime

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location & Compensation

Waltham,MA $243,000.00$297,000.00

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Job Tags

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