Sr. Director, Data Strategy

Position: Sr. Director, Real-world Data Strategy

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Senior Director, Real-World Data Strategy

Job Summary

Real-World Data Research / R&D IT / Business Insights & Technology

The Senior Director, Real-World Data Strategy leads the delivery of BMS’s global development and translational medicine RWD strategy and research platforms. This role oversees a global team of data strategists and scientists, directs the development of RWD assets and partnerships, and connects BMS’s R&D and commercial priorities with emerging data opportunities. The position requires deep expertise in clinical and genomics real-world data, the RWD compliance landscape, global RWD opportunities both within BMS and externally, and a strong orientation to the application of AI innovation to the field.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Data Strategy

• Develop and execute a global real-world data (RWD) strategy that aligns with BMS's research, translational medicine, and commercial goals.
• Communicate strategic direction and decisions to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring organizational alignment.
• Prioritize RWD investments based on business impact and strategic fit, tracking return on investment across functions.

Team & Partnership Management

• Lead, grow, and empower a diverse global team of data strategists, scientists, and engineers.
• Build and nurture collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to expand RWD capabilities and foster innovation.
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships and cultivate connections that drive data acquisition and solution development.

Data Acquisition, Quality & Compliance

• Oversee acquisition, integration, and enablement of RWD assets to support research, development, and regulatory needs. Ensure fit-for-purpose data selection and avoid redundant purchases.
• Implement robust data quality frameworks and standards, driving automation and harmonization across datasets and functions.
• Ensure strict adherence to global compliance, privacy regulations, and ethical standards in all RWD activities.

Innovation & Advanced Analytics

• Champion the application of AI, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to unlock new insights and capabilities from RWD.
• Deliver regulatory-grade RWD packages when needed (e.g., external control arms, label expansion)
• Partner with cross-functional teams in biostatistics, epidemiology, and data science to ensure access to impactful data and support clinical and commercial use cases.

Enablement & Cross-Functional Integration

• Facilitate centralized access to RWD for teams across Commercial, Medical, and R&D, enhancing usability and impact.
• Provide training, guidance, and tools to democratize RWD use and empower teams to leverage data effectively.
• Support key use cases such as medical studies, trial feasibility, external control arms, and post-marketing commitments.

Value Demonstration & Performance Measurement

• Continuously measure and communicate the value of RWD investments using clear KPIs, dashboards, and case studies.
• Monitor business impact, including improved trial timelines, patient targeting, and payer negotiations, ensuring effective utilization of assets.

Behaviors for Success

• Strategic Vision
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  Anticipate and adapt to changing priorities, proactively identifying opportunities and gaps in the data landscape.
• Collaboration
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  Build…