Director, Global Clinical Physician – Neuroscience

Bristol Myers Squibb

BMS clinical physician directing neuroscience Phase 1–3 trials. Providing medical oversight, protocol strategy, safety review, and regulatory support.

Posted 8/23/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $275,630 - $374,075 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial management, medical oversight, and protocol development, with a strong focus on safety assessment and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively in scientific and clinical settings.

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MD Required5+ Years Industry ExperienceClinical Trials ExperienceExpertise in Drug Development ProcessStrong Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical AccountabilityClinical Plan DevelopmentStatistical Design and AnalysisSafety Narrative OversightBenefit/Risk AnalysisProtocol DevelopmentEligibility ReviewMedical Data ReviewGCP ComplianceClinical Content Authoring

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam CollaborationPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsPhase 1–Phase 3 StudiesHealth Authority InteractionsPrincipal InvestigatorsAdvisory Board MeetingsCompetitive Compound MonitoringMedical EducationProtocol DeviationsTherapeutic Area ExpertiseWorldwide Patient Safety

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary source of medical accountability and oversight for multiple clinical trials
Manage Phase 1–Phase 3 studies and make study decisions
Provide medical and scientific expertise to cross-functional BMS colleagues
Contribute to Study Delivery Teams and potentially Clinical Development Teams
Lead medical data review, including eligibility review
Manage site interactions with Clinical Scientists for medical questions and education
Assess key safety-related serious adverse events with Worldwide Patient Safety and oversee safety narratives
Provide medical strategic oversight in protocol development
Design and develop clinical plans and protocols with the Clinical Development Lead
Provide oversight and medical accountability for a group of studies
Lead benefit/risk analysis for clinical development protocols
Partner with Clinical Scientists on study execution, site activation, enrollment, and protocol deviations
Identify and build relationships with principal investigators and thought leaders
Maintain scientific expertise and reputation in the disease area
Monitor competitive compounds, development, and regulatory issues
Provide ongoing medical education and protocol-specific training
Contribute to Health Authority interactions and advisory board meetings
Author or draft clinical content for CSRs, regulatory reports, briefing books, and submission documents

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD required (or x-US equivalent)
5 or more years of industry experience and/or clinical trials experience required
Ability to communicate information clearly and lead presentations in scientific and clinical settings
Expertise in the scientific method to test hypotheses, including statistical design, analysis, and interpretation
Expertise in the drug development process
Expertise in the components needed to execute an effective clinical plan and protocols
Strong leadership skills with proven ability to lead and work effectively in a team environment
Subspecialty training in applicable therapeutic area desired
Fulfill GCP and compliance obligations for clinical conduct and maintain all required training
Domestic and international travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care
BMS Well-Being Account
BMS Living Life Better
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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
Survivor support
Flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval) for US exempt employees
11 paid national holidays
160 hours annual paid vacation for eligible Phoenix, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio employees
3 optional holidays for eligible Phoenix, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio employees
Unlimited paid sick time, based on eligibility
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility, based on eligibility
Leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day
Reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support