Director, Global Medical Evidence Generation Lead, Oncology

Director of Medical Evidence Generation – Oncology

Position Summary:

The Director of Medical Evidence Generation in Medical Affairs will lead the strategic development and execution of a robust evidence generation plan for a key asset within the Oncology portfolio, focused primarily in gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (GU) cancers. The role includes clinical research collaborations (CRCs), medical affairs sponsored trials (MAST), and investigator-sponsored research studies (ISRs) to uncover new clinical development opportunities and address unmet needs.

• Define and drive the integrated evidence generation strategy aligned with Medical Affairs and overall product strategy, spanning clinical trials (Phase II/IV), real‑world evidence, non‑interventional studies, registries, observational research, and health outcomes studies.
• Critically assess the design of research concepts to ensure strategic alignment with BMS priorities and ability to achieve objectives.
• Lead or significantly contribute to protocol development, including study design, objectives and endpoints, eligibility criteria, statistical considerations (in collaboration with Biostatistics), and operational feasibility.
• Engage in peer‑to‑peer scientific dialogue with external research partners to optimize study design.
• Be accountable for delivering studies from concept ideation to governance approval and throughout the study lifecycle.
• Serve as a thought leader on evidence generation methodologies to ensure plans are fit‑for‑purpose and impactful.
• Lead preparation and delivery of evidence generation proposals, updates, and results to internal governance bodies and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Apply strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trial governance to ensure compliant and high‑quality study execution.
• Partner with Clinical Operations and CROs to ensure studies are delivered on time, on budget, and with high data quality.
• Participate in advisory boards, steering committees, and scientific forums as necessary.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to ensure cohesive planning and execution across geographies and therapeutic areas.
• Oversee operational delivery of studies, ensuring scientific rigor, quality, compliance, timelines, and budgets.
• Contribute to scientific dissemination through publications, abstracts, congress presentations, and advisory boards.

• Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, MS or equivalent) with extensive, relevant scientific or strong clinical development experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical development, Medical Affairs, and/or relevant commercial experience; prior customer‑facing role highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of clinical research and evidence generation methodologies.
• Deep oncology therapeutic area expertise, with a focus in GI and GU cancers.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically analyze data generation opportunities with minimal supervision.
• Expertise in critically reviewing key study design elements to ensure objectives can be met.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain high‑performing, peer relationships with external thought leaders and internal matrix stakeholders.
• Understanding of global healthcare systems and academic settings with ability to lead in ambiguous and changing environments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence decision‑making at all levels.
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional study teams and governance interactions.
• Expected 20% travel globally.

This position is based at Lawrenceville (PPK) or Madison (GIR) New Jersey.

Madison – Giralda – NJ – US: $207,490 – $251,433
Princeton – NJ – US: $207,490 – $251,433

• Health Coverage:
  Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Well‑being Support:
  Programs such as BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Protection: 401(k) plan, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal…