Principal Scientist, External Innovation – China Oncology and Hematology Lead
Bristol Myers Squibb
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Shanghai • 🇨🇳 China
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Senior
About the role
- Lead external innovation efforts in oncology and hematology within the framework of the China 2030 strategy.
- Identify, evaluate, and drive strategic partnerships with academic institutions, biotech companies, and the broader life sciences community in China.
- Drive assessments of external innovation opportunities in China, focusing on new technologies, therapeutic targets, preclinical assets, and research programs in oncology and hematology.
- Conduct rigorous evaluation of research hypotheses, study designs, data quality, and results interpretation.
- Collaborate with internal R&D teams and business development colleagues to define the scope and structure of external research proposals.
- Identify and assess preclinical assets or molecules in development with potential to deliver transformative patient outcomes.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and external groups to facilitate seamless communication regarding project strategies, study designs, and progress updates.
- Proactively seek and evaluate scientific collaborations with academic, biotech, and industry leaders in China.
Requirements
- Deep scientific expertise with Ph.D.
- 5–8 years of academic and/or industry experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role in oncology, hematology, and related fields, including translational research and preclinical development.
- Proven ability to assess and critically review preclinical assets, therapeutic targets, and early-stage programs.
- Strong publication record and/or patents demonstrating expertise and innovation in scientific research.
- Fluency in drug discovery principles, with experience navigating the interface between academic and industry or biotech collaborations.
- Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills to provide insights into cutting-edge science and identify potential breakthroughs.
- Problem-solving skills for complex situations are required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster productive collaborations and represent BMS effectively in external settings.
- Fluency in English and Chinese, both written and spoken, is required.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
oncologyhematologytranslational researchpreclinical developmentdrug discoveryresearch evaluationdata quality assessmentstudy designscientific collaborationcritical review
Soft skills
leadershipcritical thinkingproblem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationinsight generationstrategic thinkingproject management
Certifications
Ph.D.