BristolMyers Squibb

Director, Medical Safety Assessment Physician

BristolMyers Squibb$255K — $310K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or equivalent required; postgraduate qualification in internal medicine, immunology, oncology, or related specialty preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance or related pharmaceutical fields such as Medical, Clinical, or Regulatory.
  • Strong understanding of the drug development process and pharmacovigilance concepts.
  • Proficient in safety evaluations and risk management throughout the drug lifecycle.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead safety and benefit-risk strategies for assigned BMS products as the chair of the Safety Management Team.
  • Prepare and review safety-related documents including Development Safety Update Reports and clinical trial regulatory submissions.
  • Develop and implement strategies for signal evaluation and management, documenting outcomes effectively.
  • Oversee safety labeling activities, acting as the Subject Matter Expert for regulatory input.
  • Support postmarketing activities including safety oversight and global submissions for marketed compounds.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety-related training and communication.
  • Drive process improvements in pharmacovigilance procedures and support regulatory compliance activities.

Benefits

  • Health coverage including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
  • Wellbeing support programs like the BMS Well-Being Account and Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Comprehensive financial protection benefits including 401(k) plan, life insurance, and disability coverage.
  • Flexible paid time off policies including unlimited time off with manager approval and an annual Global Shutdown.
  • Support for various leave types, including medical, personal, parental, and bereavement leaves.
Full Job Description

Position Summary

  • Lead safety activities and benefit-risk strategies for assigned BMS compounds/ program and chair the product Safety Management Team(s).

  • Oversee, Prepare, and/or Review aggregate safety review documents as well as safety sections of relevant clinical trial documents and regulatory filings.

  • Lead team in the evaluation & management of signals emerging from any data source. Develop strategy for signal evaluation and document outcome.

  • Lead safety labeling activities for assigned products/ program. Act as the Safety Subject Matter Expert for input to regulatory product labeling. Participate/ Provide input at cross-functional labeling team meetings and provide regional safety labeling support.

  • Lead process improvement projects. Assist the MSA Therapeutic Area (TA) Head/Lead in developing and maintaining state-of-the-art PV processes and procedures within BMS R&D and WWPS.

  • Support the EU Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (PV) or other regional or local Qualified Person for PV relative to issues relating to assigned products.

  • Provide input to R&D publication strategy/ plan & ensure safety input to publications/ presentations

  • Actively drive safety strategy preparation and Represent WWPS at Health Authority (HA) and Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) meetings.

  • Ensure that the above tasks are performed in the most efficient manner possible commensurate with quality, accuracy, and timeliness and in accordance with current global regulatory requirements and BMS cost effectiveness goals.

  • Promote collegiality and teamwork among peers. Mentor/Support colleagues as a positive change agent.

Duties/Responsibilities

General Product Support

  • Lead safety activities and benefit-risk strategies for assigned BMS compounds and chair the product SMT(s).

  • Oversee, Prepare, and/or Review aggregate safety review documents (eg, Development Safety Update Reports [DSUR], Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports [PBRER]) and safety sections of relevant clinical trial documents (eg, protocols, clinical study reports [CSR], investigator brochures [IB], informed consent forms [ICF]) and regulatory filings (eg, clinical trial applications [CTA], marketing authorization applications [MAA]).

  • Lead team in evaluation & management of signals emerging from any data source. Develop strategy for signal evaluation (eg, case-series, literature review, HA/ claims database). Document by Safety Topic Review/ Signal Report or other means of communication.

  • Lead safety labeling activities for assigned products. Act as the Safety Subject Matter Expert for input to regulatory product labeling. Participate/ Provide input at cross-functional labeling team meetings and provide regional safety labeling support.

  • Support the EU QPPV or other regional or local Qualified Person for PV relative to issues relating to assigned products.

  • Provide input to R&D publication strategy/ plan & ensure safety input to publications/ presentations.

Clinical Development

  • Act as the global safety lead for assigned compounds in development. Provide safety lead support for global submission document production. Review draft summary documents.

  • Lead medical safety development and execution of benefit-risk management strategies for assigned products.

  • Provide safety input to clinical development plans, study protocols, amendments, IB, statistical analysis plan (SAP), ICF, CSR, responses to HA or institutional review board (IRB)/ ethics committee (EC) queries.

  • Lead development of safety risk language, risk management strategy, pre-filing safety activities including safety table shells, integrated safety data review, integrated safety summary document review, and safety-focused publication development.

  • Perform medical safety review of DSUR, annual reports and other periodic safety submissions.

  • Support safety strategy preparation for pre-submission meetings, Advisory Committee meetings, Scientific Advice meetings, DMC meetings, etc.

Postmarketing Support

  • Act as the safety lead for assigned marketed compounds and support global postmarketing safety activities and submissions.

  • Provide medical safety, benefit-risk input for safety aggregate reports, product renewal submissions, postmarketing study documents and reports, responses to HA queries.

  • Lead medical safety oversight of and execution of risk management strategies and RMP elements for assigned products.

  • Lead safety signal evaluation & management. Prepare and Review reports on safety signals (ie, Safety Topic Reviews/ Signal Reports) and ad hoc regulatory responses.

  • Provide postmarketing safety study guidance to other groups including epidemiology and medical affairs including but not limited to investigator-sponsored research (ISR), epidemiology studies, and non-interventional safety studies.

  • Ensure safety labeling adequately reflects emerging postmarketing safety profile.

Department Activities

  • Lead process improvement projects. Assist the MSA TA Head/Lead in developing and maintaining state-of-the-art PV processes and procedures within BMS R&D and WWPS.

  • Support preparation for regulatory inspections with evaluation of current processes and assess alignment with regulatory expectations, guidelines, and mandates.

  • Assist the team and senior management in all forms of issue management and crisis management.

  • Liaise with all TA staff and maintain an effective and collaborative patient safety team.

  • Support hiring & orientation.

Cross-Functional Activities

  • Provide input to strategic plans for safety differentiation of BMS products.

  • Prepare and Provide training to BMS employees on product safety profiles/issues.

  • Act as WWPS liaison for assigned products with BMS functions (Legal, BD, Operations, Marketing, etc.).

  • Support manufacturing quality. Co-Author integrated health hazard assessments.

  • Develop communications of safety data & interpretation to BMS and external parties, globally.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/ Licenses/Certifications

  • MD/equivalent required. Postgraduate qualification or experience in internal medicine, immunology, oncology, or related specialty desirable. Other relevant experiences & accomplishments considered, such as roles in clinical research, observational research & clinical practice experience.

  • 3+ years in PV or relevant pharmaceutical or biomedical field (eg, Medical, Clinical, Regulatory) is strongly preferred. Other relevant experiences & accomplishments considered, such as roles in clinical research, observational research & clinical practice experience.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Understanding of the drug development process.

  • Knowledge of PV and ability to apply knowledge to evaluation of safety concerns and minimization of patient risk throughout the life cycle of a drug product.

  • Proficient ability to leverage the range of available tools to investigate safety concerns, including the science of observational research.

  • Understanding of regulatory requirements for safety assessment and action.

  • Strong scientific analytical reasoning skills.

  • Ability to work on multiple projects in parallel.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Behavioral competencies necessary to work and lead within a complex matrix environment.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Travel

  • Occasional travel within the US (eg, once every 2-3 months) and overseas (eg, once a year)

Compensation Overview:

Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $255,860 - $310,040 Princeton - NJ - US: $255,860 - $310,040

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

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

  • 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.

0Work-life benefits include:

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

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, 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.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

About BristolMyers Squibb

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Join the vibrant team at BristolMyers Squibb, a leader in global biopharmaceutical innovation, where your career growth is as important as the life-changing solutions we develop. At BristolMyers Squibb, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that encourages professional growth and development. Work You’ll Do Embark on a career with BristolMyers Squibb and be part of a company that’s dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. With us, you’ll contribute to a culture that embraces scientific innovation, responsible leadership, and community outreach. Explore job opportunities in various fields from research to marketing, and join a team that values leadership and diversity. Our commitment to career growth means we support your journey with extensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and a global, diverse network of professionals. Innovative Work At BristolMyers Squibb, innovation is at the core of everything we do. From pioneering research in oncology to breakthroughs in immunology, our professionals have the opportunity to make significant contributions to the field and impact lives globally. Our collaborative environment encourages team members to challenge the status quo and bring forward ideas that pave the way for groundbreaking solutions. Be Part of a Great Team Working at BristolMyers Squibb means being part of a team that supports your aspirations and shares your values. Our culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and diversity, creating a workplace where everyone can achieve their potential. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a company that values work-life balance, provides competitive benefits, and fosters an environment where skills and leadership are developed through hands-on experience and comprehensive mentorship programs. Future-Proof Your Career With a multitude of job opportunities ranging from internships to full-time positions, BristolMyers Squibb is not just hiring; we’re building futures. We equip our employees with the tools needed for success, including advanced training in diverse skill sets, leadership programs, and opportunities for professional networking and growth. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make a difference. Explore our career portal for all current job listings and be sure to submit your resume. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest company news, career tips, and industry insights from BristolMyers Squibb. Our careers blog is a resource for potential and current employees looking to maximize their career potential. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts and insider information tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at BristolMyers Squibb. At BristolMyers Squibb, your career is just the beginning – it’s a pathway to personal and professional fulfillment. Join us and make a global impact.
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