Senior Director, Multiple Myeloma, GPRC5D

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Position: Senior Director, MM GPRC5D

Location: PPK

Reporting to the Executive Director, Cell Therapy Multiple Myeloma and Solid Tumor Pipeline Lead, the Senior Director, Multiple Myeloma, GPRC5D will represent WW Medical Affairs as therapeutic area expert and provide scientific leadership and support for arlo-cel, our GPRC5D CAR T currently in clinical development in Multiple Myeloma. This individual will be responsible for preparing for upcoming launch, including external communications and market shaping, internal readiness, and strategic partnership on launch readiness activities across the matrix.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership of Arlo-cel

• Lead cross-functional initiatives related to arlo-cel, integrating strategies across our MM portfolio where necessary
• Provide strategic medical leadership for arlo-cel to ensure launch readiness globally
• Collaborate with local medical affairs teams to align on launch strategy and tactics, ensuring cohesive action plans
• Drive cross-asset collaboration and knowledge sharing, fostering a unified BMS presence in Multiple Myeloma, including partnerships across Cell Therapy and Oncology.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with thought leaders in the field

Seamless Execution of Core Medical Affairs Deliverables

• Provide strategic input to guide publication planning and execution; serve as key reviewer and feedback provider on abstracts, presentations, and publications as required
• Develop and implement congress strategies to achieve impactful presence and engagement
• Provide strategic input into BMS-sponsored symposia and independent med ed events at congresses such as COMy, EHA, and IMS, to enhance scientific dialogue
• Refine Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP) to ensure alignment with strategic goals
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of publications and update key launchpad assets, including slide decks, training sessions, and Q&A materials
• Lead and support the execution of global advisory boards and strategic committee meetings and assist regional teams with globally impactful advisory initiatives
• Provide medical perspective on evidence generation, including expert review and recommendations for new ISR and CRC trials as well as HEOR analyses
• Ensure scientific excellence in medical education and effective data exchange

Provide Scientific/Medical Expertise Across the Matrix

• Offer medical insights to guide clinical development plans and influence strategic decision-making processes for both early and late development, including knowledge sharing across assets in the BMS pipeline
• Serve as subject matter expert to cross-functional partners in Multiple Myeloma to guide decision-making
• Collaborate with global and local market access and marketing teams, providing expert medical content to support initiatives
• Work collaboratively with patient advocacy to align objectives and enhance engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced Medical/Biology degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with clinical and/or 8-10 years of Pharma industry experience required
• Knowledge of CAR-T therapy and Multiple Myeloma strongly preferred, but not required
• Launch experience preferred
• Familiarity with clinical and translational research activities
• Highly organized, efficient, and motivated individual with the ability to lead multiple projects and initiatives across matrix teams
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills, including presentations to large groups, senior leadership, facilitation of interactive discussions, and 1:1 discussions with thought leaders
• Proven agility in prioritizing and navigating competing demands
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated strength in understanding overarching company goals, performing strategic assessments, and developing clearly framed choices and recommendations. Proven record of managing complex interactions that drive business strategy & priorities engaging both internal and external stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Experience: Experience working across a range of medical and/or clinical development roles is a plus. Highly collaborative, possess a record of building and maintaining cross-functional relationships, and able to communicate business topics effectively with senior leadership, peers, and others.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships, influence, and drive organizational engagement at all levels.
• Leadership: Ability to lead strategically, drive performance, build alignment, negotiate, and collaborate.
• Estimated 20% US and global travel (as applicable)

Compensation Overview: The starting compensation range for this role is $229,380 - $277,956. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.