Full Job Description
Director, Statistical Programming provides technical leadership to portfolio delivery and is accountable for Statistical Programming delivery with high quality and efficiently. Cluster Head proactively creates and implements delivery strategies to enable seamless delivery of projects. The incumbent is a key decision maker across indication/disease area execution and delivery strategies related to both risk identification and effective mitigations for all Statistical Programming deliverables assigned.
The position will be a key partner to the Therapeutic Area Head in Stats Programming will assists Therapeutic Area Head to ensure successful implementation of Statistical Programming strategies and efficient execution of the statistical analyses for an indication/disease area. This position includes functional management responsibilities including a leader of leaders. In this role, Cluster Head, is responsible for managing employees: set objectives, manage performance, and provide meaningful coaching and feedback. They also support the evaluation and recruitment of potential employees and will work with other Statistical Programming Therapeutic Heads on recruitment and retention.
Project Responsibilities:
30 Leads statistical programming activities across an indication/disease area and related oversight activities ensuring quality and timeliness30 Leads the recruitment and retention strategies for Statistical Programming in collaboration with Statistical Programming LT, HR and Talent Acquisition teams.30 Leads statistical programming indication/disease area level strategies30 Sets tasks and prioritization across the indication/disease area30 Successfully engages cross functionally to progress tasks with proven influencing skills30 Leads process improvement initiatives, including identification of areas of improvement30 Existing influential internal and external presence on varied statistical programming topics30 Provides comprehensive programming leadership and support to complex clinical project teams and vendors, including deployment of programming strategies, standards, specifications and programmed analysis to comply with regulatory requirements, SOPs and work practices30 Provides guidance on developing and implementing innovative strategies and technologies for clinical trial programming at program level30 Member of Extended Statistical Programming Leadership Team in sharing and building up the line function vision30 Challenges status-quo, as appropriate and executes on any changes in process in order to continue driving the efficiency in Statistical Programming
Minimum Requirements:
30 MS with ~10+ years of industry related experience.30 BS with ~12+ years of industry related experience.30 Proven track record of leading business process transformations and organizational culture change as well as driving programming expertise on programs with complex business deliverables30 Proven track record of attracting and retaining talent30 Operational experience in pharmaceutical drug development with significant direct exposure to clinical development30 Health care business acumen with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry30 Proficient knowledge of drug development process, clinical trial methodology, regulatory guidance, industry standards, statistical concepts, and medical terminology used in the analysis and submission of clinical data
Compensation Overview:
Cambridge Crossing: $242,560 - $293,921
Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $216,570 - $262,434
Princeton - NJ - US: $216,570 - $262,434
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 employee9s 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:
30 Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
30 Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
30 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.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
30 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)
30 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.