Associate Director, Research Communications, Informatics, Computational & Discovery Sciences

Bristol Myers Squibb

Princeton, NJ, US
$156,660 - $189,829; + incentive cash + stock oppo...
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Execute communications strategies
Elevate scientific leadership
Data-driven discovery
** Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking an Associate Director for Research Communications in Princeton, NJ, who will lead communications strategies within the Informatics and Discovery Sciences sectors. The role emphasizes collaboration, storytelling, and establishing BMS's scientific leadership through effective communication initiatives. **

Job Summary

  • This role implements communications strategies that elevate BMS’ scientific leadership in data-driven discovery, advanced analytics, computational biology, and translational sciences.
  • Responsibilities include supporting external scientific collaborations, data and regulatory milestones, partner announcements, medical congresses, and speaking opportunities for research leaders.
  • The position requires strong collaboration across Corporate Affairs and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders in Research, Medical, Development, Commercial, Investor Relations, and agency teams to deliver coordinated, timely, and globally aligned communications programs.

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** Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking an Associate Director for Research Communications in Princeton, NJ, who will lead communications strategies within the Informatics and Discovery Sciences sectors. The role emphasizes collaboration, storytelling, and establishing BMS's scientific leadership through effective communication initiatives. **

Salary

$156,660 - $189,829; Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available; Health Coverage, Wellbeing Support, Financial Well-being and Protection, Work-life benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • execute communications strategies
  • elevate scientific leadership
  • data-driven discovery
  • advanced analytics
  • computational biology
  • translational sciences
  • external scientific collaborations
  • data and regulatory milestones
  • partner announcements
  • medical congresses
  • speaking opportunities
  • earned, owned, and paid media
  • creative storytelling
  • thought-leadership amplification
  • innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company
  • collaboration across Corporate Affairs
  • partnership with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Research, Medical, Development, Commercial, Investor Relations
  • agency teams
  • coordinated, timely, and globally aligned communications programs
  • platform science
  • digital innovation
  • early discovery efforts
  • computational approaches
  • data science applications
  • thematic research priorities
  • evolving pipeline
  • scientific positioning
  • disclosures and updates
  • major scientific and corporate events
  • multi-channel communications approaches
  • digital and social channels
  • tracking performance and reporting results
  • globally aligned communications
  • international colleagues
  • approved messaging, materials, and resources
  • local stakeholders
  • research strategies
  • platform innovations
  • narrative transitions
  • pipeline assets
  • discovery and early research
  • later stages of development
  • external PR agencies
  • project execution
  • timeline management
  • deliverable management
  • budget tracking
  • matrixed organization
  • multiple workstreams
  • collaborative, high-performance team environment
  • generative AI platforms
  • evolving technologies and best practices
  • information sharing and visibility

Nice-to-have

  • uniquely interesting work
  • life-changing careers
  • transforming patients' lives through science
  • supportive culture
  • global participation in clinical trials
  • passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity

Key Requirements

  • 7 to 10 years of communications experience
  • pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or related industries preferred
  • agency experience highly desirable
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • journalism, communications, public relations, life sciences, or a related field preferred
  • demonstrated ability to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels
  • counsel senior leaders
  • experience managing complex, multinational issues and special situations
  • exceptional collaborative and team-building skills
  • outstanding writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
  • translate complex scientific and technical concepts
  • strong research and analytical skills
  • keen attention to detail and accuracy
  • ability to quickly learn the business and scientific landscape
  • excel in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • self-directed
  • proven ability to meet tight deadlines
  • balance multiple competing priorities
  • proficiency with digital communications
  • effective use of social media platforms
  • proficiency with generative AI platforms
  • demonstrated commitment to staying current with evolving technologies and best practices
  • demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams
  • delegate appropriately
  • ensure effective information sharing and visibility across matrixed organizations

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