Bristol Myers Squibb · 1 day ago
Sr. Director, Real-world Data Strategy
Princeton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$230K/yr - $278K/yr
10+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a company dedicated to transforming patients' lives through science. The Senior Director, Real-World Data Strategy leads the global development and translational medicine RWD strategy, overseeing a team of data strategists and scientists while connecting R&D and commercial priorities with emerging data opportunities.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a global real-world data (RWD) strategy that aligns with BMS's research, translational medicine, and commercial goals
Communicate strategic direction and decisions to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring organizational alignment
Prioritize RWD investments based on business impact and strategic fit, tracking return on investment across functions
Lead, grow, and empower a diverse global team of data strategists, scientists, and engineers
Build and nurture collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to expand RWD capabilities and foster innovation
Identify opportunities for new partnerships and cultivate connections that drive data acquisition and solution development
Oversee acquisition, integration, and enablement of RWD assets to support research, development, and regulatory needs. Ensure fit-for-purpose data selection and avoid redundant purchases
Implement robust data quality frameworks and standards, driving automation and harmonization across datasets and functions
Ensure strict adherence to global compliance, privacy regulations, and ethical standards in all RWD activities
Champion the application of AI, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to unlock new insights and capabilities from RWD
Deliver regulatory-grade RWD packages when needed (e.g., external control arms, label expansion)
Partner with cross-functional teams in biostatistics, epidemiology, and data science to ensure access to impactful data and support clinical and commercial use cases
Facilitate centralized access to RWD for teams across Commercial, Medical, and R&D, enhancing usability and impact
Provide training, guidance, and tools to democratize RWD use and empower teams to leverage data effectively
Support key use cases such as medical studies, trial feasibility, external control arms, and post-marketing commitments
Continuously measure and communicate the value of RWD investments using clear KPIs, dashboards, and case studies
Monitor business impact, including improved trial timelines, patient targeting, and payer negotiations, ensuring effective utilization of assets
Anticipate and adapt to changing priorities, proactively identifying opportunities and gaps in the data landscape
Build strong relationships across teams and with external partners, fostering a culture of openness and shared objectives
Approach challenges creatively and with a solution-oriented mindset, always seeking to develop new capabilities and improve existing processes
Clearly convey complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment and understanding
Maintain focus and drive results amid changing business priorities and a fast-paced environment
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in a research or quantitative field required
Strong consulting and influencing skills
Proven capabilities in senior stakeholder engagement
Matrix team leadership
Excellent writing and oral communication skills
10+ years in pharmaceutical health services, outcomes, or related research fields
Significant experience in clinico-genomic data and retrospective healthcare data sets
7+ years of team leadership experience
Expertise in leveraging Real-World Data (RWD) throughout the development lifecycle, including discovery, early/late development, and commercialization
Proven ability to develop and manage integrated data sources using tokenization
Extensive experience in data ecosystem design, management, and governance
Extensive experience with US and ex-US data collaborators and licensors
Deep understanding of global RWD landscape and privacy regulations (HIPAA, GDPR)
Strong knowledge of research applications (SAS, R, Python, SQL, Tableau)
Strong knowledge of data platform technologies
Strong knowledge of observational research methods
Preferred
PhD preferred
Benefits
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.
Paid Time Off
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$29.32BKey Investors
Venrock
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $5.74B
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $13B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Charles Bancroft
CFO
Cristian Massacesi
Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development
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