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Translational Medicine Sr. Principal Scientist Neurology

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Bristol Myers Squibb

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Seattle

AI generated summary

  • You need 6-10+ years in life sciences, leadership experience, clinical trial knowledge, biomarker experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage projects and timelines effectively.
  • You will design biomarker plans, manage assay development, analyze clinical data, prepare presentations, stay current in literature, and support regulatory submissions and publications.

Requirements

  • Understanding of late stage drug development
  • Experience in activities required for and related to clinical trial initiation, maintenance and completion
  • Experience in interacting with CROs and TLs to manage projects and timelines
  • Proven scientific/leadership expertise (working in teams, mentoring people, managing projects)
  • Accountable for timelines and deliverables
  • Prioritizes risks and implements contingency plans
  • Communicates regularly; prepares and delivers presentations within the department, to governance and senior leadership bodies, and externally as requested
  • Recognizes cross-functional issues and communicates within the larger organization. Provides expert guidance to multi-disciplinary teams and senior management. Has a track record of delivering results, driving continuous improvements, and building effective cross-functional networks.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Accurate and detailed record keeping
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 10+ years of academic and / or industry experience
  • Master's Degree
  • 8+ years of academic and / or industry experience
  • Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
  • 6+ years of academic and / or industry experience
  • 2+ years of leadership experience
  • Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field
  • 8+ years of academic/biotech experience
  • Minimum 3 years of clinical biomarker experience

Responsibilities

  • Designs and implements program-specific biomarker/translational plans, responsible for aiding in creation of clinical protocols, SAPs, SOWs, lab manual, and interfacing with CRO for execution of services, in conjunction with Biospecimen Operations and Procurement.
  • Determines appropriate assays and vendors for clinical biomarkers, and manages outsourcing of biomarker assay development and validation partnering with Translational Sciences colleagues when applicable
  • Manages clinical biomarker data delivery and analysis and associated timelines by working with relevant internal functions and CROs;
  • Prepares and delivers internal and external translational/biomarker presentations
  • Maintains timelines for biomarker data related publication through interaction with Medical Communications and Publication team as needed
  • Keeps up-to-date on relevant scientific/technical literature in order to applying external knowledge to internal research programs as appropriate and acts as a subject-matter expert within the team to critically evaluate the literature regarding the asset and disease biology
  • Works with TM laboratory scientists and academic TLs to address nonclinical translational questions
  • Participates in post-hoc biomarker analysis and publication efforts
  • Supports regulatory submissions and regulatory interactions as needed

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Translational Medicine Sr. Principal Scientist in Neurology?

The primary focus is on translational medicine and clinical biomarker activities to support drug development programs in neurology and neuropsychiatry.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of experience, a Master's Degree with 8+ years of experience, or a Ph.D. with 6+ years of experience, including 2+ years of leadership experience.

Is prior experience in neuroscience preferred for this role?

Yes, a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field is preferred, along with relevant industry experience.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include designing biomarker plans, managing clinical biomarker data delivery, preparing presentations, collaborating with TM laboratory scientists, and supporting regulatory submissions.

How does this position contribute to drug development?

This position contributes by answering translational medicine questions, leading biomarker activities, and collaborating with various scientific and clinical teams to support the development of new therapies.

What skills are important for success in this position?

Important skills include understanding late-stage drug development, project management expertise, scientific leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage timelines.

Are there opportunities for career growth in this role?

Yes, Bristol Myers Squibb offers opportunities for employees to grow and thrive in their careers through unique work experiences and collaborative high-achieving teams.

What is the starting compensation for this position?

The starting compensation ranges from $159,000 to $200,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities based on eligibility.

Does the company provide benefits?

Yes, Bristol Myers Squibb offers a wide variety of competitive benefits, services, and programs to support employees in their professional and personal goals.

What is the work environment like at Bristol Myers Squibb?

The work environment is dynamic and flexible, emphasizing balance and diversity, and encourages employees to make a meaningful impact through their work.

Bristol Myers Squibb

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Mission & Purpose

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science. That work inspires some of the most interesting, meaningful, and life-changing careers you’ll experience. Join us and pursue innovative ideas alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma, collaborating with a team rich in diversity of experiences, and perspectives. We have built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and are leveraging translational medicine and data analytics to understand how we can deliver the right medicine to the right patient, at the right time, to achieve the best outcome. Whether in a scientific, business or supporting function, a career at BMS means you’ll be inspired every day to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. Here, you’ll be on the cutting edge of powerful innovation in oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis, with colleagues united in the mission to help patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, we also promote health equity and seek to improve health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases and conditions. Our mission is to give new hope to help patients prevail over serious disease – it drives everything we do.