Bristol Myers Squibb · 1 day ago
Vice President, Business Development, Search & Evaluation
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$299K/yr - $363K/yr
15+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a biopharmaceutical company that focuses on transforming patients' lives through science. They are seeking a Vice President of Business Development, Search & Evaluation who will lead efforts in evaluating novel therapeutic opportunities and managing strategic priorities within the organization.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Lead S&E efforts for BD opportunities in HOCT and ICN areas
Manage the internal strategic prioritization of opportunities within business development with input from key stakeholders from research, development and commercial
Manage and direct strategy of scientific diligence on priority active opportunities and challenge teams on key assumptions/takeaways as appropriate
Oversee and direct talent allocation and prioritization of effort spent on various S&E priorities
Keep up frequent strategic dialogue with key stakeholders in research, development and commercial, to anticipate evolving priorities
Keep up to speed and influence enterprise/TA priorities based on input from external biotech ecosystem globally
Manage scientific conference focus and team travel priorities to ensure enterprise follows the data and positions BD and enterprise to be tactically in a position to win in competitive BD processes
Keep current on scientific / clinical data trends in biopharma in core therapeutic areas of focus and key adjacencies
Closely interact and collaborate with SVP Business Development and other BD leadership to make sure information and priorities are shared in real time thereby facilitating work-flow prioritization and escalation of key strategic opportunities
Present and articulate merits, diligence findings related to strategic opportunities to C-suite audience
Serve as thought partner to key stakeholders in research, development and commercial bringing in scientific perspectives from the external environment and be able to lead cross-functional teams
Shape S&E focus strategy in close collaboration TA leadership, formulate external point of view on emerging mechanisms of action and new modalities, and develop concrete and tangible action plans to support execution of the strategy
Demonstrate strong leadership and scientific rigor while collaborating closely with internal BD, R&D and Commercial stakeholders and potential external partners
Develop talent within the S&E team, coach team members on core skill set, and demonstrate a genuine interest in fostering their growth and career development
Champion continuous improvement of the S&E process and lead change management when needed
Qualification
Required
MD, PhD, PharmD, or other advanced degree in the biomedical field required
Minimum 15 years of relevant business experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or related biotech/healthcare practice (e.g., consulting, investment banking, venture capital)
Extensive experience in identifying, assessing, and leading due diligence of external opportunities in a business development or equivalent function
Consistently delivers on commitments in a timely manner
Profound understanding of the underlying science in Oncology and Hematology therapeutic area with knowledge or experience of the preclinical drug discovery, clinical development and regulatory process
Strong people management skills and a passion for coaching and developing talent
Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills with executive presence and gravitas
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and motivate others to accomplish challenging goals and objectives
Deep scientific curiosity and commitment to advancing therapeutic innovation that provides better treatment options for patients
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
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
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.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$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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