Bristol Myers Squibb

Associate Director, Cell Therapy Development Operations Project Lead

Devens - MA - US Full time

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

Key Responsibilities

  • Development of project plans and ownership of execution from ideation of solutions, endorsement of project strategy, through sustainment or handoff to business owners.
  • Organization and leadership of cross-functional workshops and analyses to ensure clear vision of desired outcomes, actionable output and clear, balanced decision making.
  • Prepare, co-ordinate and lead project communications for peers, senior stakeholders / leadership.
  • Drive and track actions, develop and drive detailed plans, identify critical path and timing, hold team members accountable for due dates.  
  • Develop strong relationships with stakeholders across CTDO to understand root causes of gaps in and barriers to organizational flow, enabling incisive problem solving and barrier removal. 
  • Foster high performance teamwork and maintain strong relationships with operational and functional leadership.
  • Identify obstacles & remove them, create options and escalate as appropriate to drive response activity in line with key business milestones & budget.
  • Utilize standard project management tools and Scrum methodology for tracking and status reporting.
  • Support establishment of strong, positive, engaged CTDO culture – including focus on safety, engagement, and patient mission focus.

Internal/External Stakeholders and partners

  • Cell Therapy functions (CT Development, CT Drug Product Operations, CT Quality, VExMO, CTTO, Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, etc.)
  • GPS and Cell Therapy Franchise counterparts


Qualifications & Experience

  • B.S. or B.A. in science and/or engineering (biotechnology, biology, engineering, or related sciences).  Prior cell therapy development operations experience is strongly preferred.
  • 5-8 years business experience, with 5+ years in a BioPharma operational or development discipline, including demonstrated 2-3 years of experience managing projects and programs.
  • Demonstrated leadership & collaboration working in, or closely with, Supply Chain, GMP Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Science & Technology, Project & Program management, Quality Assurance / Quality Control Operations and related functions.
  • Broad understanding of biologics or cell therapy commercial manufacturing & analytical processes, technology transfer and/or start-up phase experience highly desired
  • Analysis and simplification of complex operational issues
  • Project management execution, expertise in its principles and application, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and evaluation of priorities
  • Effective escalation & communication with multiple levels up to SVP
  • Conflict resolution
  • Understanding and utilization of concepts regarding the roles of - Accountable, responsible, advisor & informed through the changing landscape of rapid response activity

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview:

Bothell - WA - US: $184,270 - $223,294 Devens - MA - US: $179,250 - $217,206 Summit West - NJ - US: $167,520 - $202,992

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. 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. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

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. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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