Bristol Myers Squibb
Overview
Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Bristol Myers Squibb offers work that transforms lives of patients and careers of those who do it. Opportunities for growth occur across departments, with high-achieving teams and scope for career advancement. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a variety of competitive benefits, services and programs to support employees in work and personal life. Read more at careers.bms.com/working-with-us. Position Summary
This position will work under the oversight of the Executive Director, Policy and Research and will be a
Washington, DC or Princeton, NJ based role . The Associate Director will support policy and reimbursement initiatives and strategies to ensure optimal patient access to BMS medicines. This role collaborates with crossfunctional partners in global policy and government affairs, policy analytics, and commercial functions to identify policy challenges and track risks impacting the BMS pipeline and future innovation. It requires subject matter expertise in Medicare coverage and reimbursement and/or government pricing, experience interpreting legislative text and government regulations, and knowledge of conventions for federal budget analysis (e.g., CBO, OACT). Key Responsibilities
Policy Analysis & Issue Identification Monitor, analyze, and synthesize U.S. federal and state healthcare policy developments that may impact the company’s pipeline, commercial strategy, and long-term growth. Proactively identify emerging policy issues and trends relevant to the company’s therapeutic areas and development programs. Translate complex policy developments into clear, actionable insights for internal stakeholders. Policy Analysis & Strategic Support Support development of a clear view of short-, medium-, and long-term policy risks affecting the company. Track legislative, regulatory, and administrative actions and assess potential impacts on pricing, reimbursement, access, innovation, and market dynamics. Apply quantitative and qualitative analytical approaches to assess policy risks, opportunities, and potential business impacts. Use data and structured frameworks to help prioritize policy issues and guide team focus and resource allocation. Pipeline & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with R&D, Commercial, Market Access, Legal, and other internal teams to align U.S. policy strategy with pipeline and portfolio priorities. Support internal planning by ensuring policy considerations are integrated early into pipeline and lifecycle discussions. External Engagement Support Support engagement with trade associations, coalitions, and external partners as needed to advance company policy objectives. Assist in the development of policy positions, comment letters, and advocacy materials. Translate complex clinical data for government decision makers. Provide training and updates to senior leadership and business units on policy initiatives. Qualifications & Experience
5-8 years of experience in government, government affairs, or policy. Bachelor’s degree in related field such as public affairs, health care policy, political science, public administration, public policy, economics, or related field required. Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to evaluate policy impacts using data and structured analysis. Experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry or public health is preferred. Experience with government health care programs with a focus on Medicare and Medicaid. Knowledge of the health care ecosystem required and experience with health plans, providers, and/or pharmacies preferred. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with business leaders and other internal and external stakeholders. Domestic travel required (up to 20%). If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Overview Princeton - NJ - US $182,070 - $220,626 Washington DC - US $182,070 - $220,626 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. Final compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/. Health Coverage Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care. Wellbeing Support Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, disability, life insurance, and other protections. Work-life benefits
include Paid Time Off and related policies. US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays). Location-specific details and eligibility apply. All global employees who are actively employed and paid by BMS at year-end are eligible to participate in the Global Shutdown. Details vary by location and program. Other Notes
On-site protocol and occupancy type guidance for site-essential, hybrid, field-based, and remote roles. Supporting People With Disabilities: reasonable accommodations available on request. Email adastaffingsupport@bms.com and see careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for the Equal Employment Opportunity statement. Candidate Rights: BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, per applicable laws. Data Protection: We do not request payments or sensitive information during applications. Learn more at careers.bms.com/fraud-protection. All application data is processed per privacy policies. If you believe information is missing or incorrect, contact TAEnablement@bms.com with Job Title and Requisition number. For status inquiries, use the Chat with Ripley feature. Job Reference
R1598532 Associate Director, U.S. Policy
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Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Bristol Myers Squibb offers work that transforms lives of patients and careers of those who do it. Opportunities for growth occur across departments, with high-achieving teams and scope for career advancement. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a variety of competitive benefits, services and programs to support employees in work and personal life. Read more at careers.bms.com/working-with-us. Position Summary
This position will work under the oversight of the Executive Director, Policy and Research and will be a
Washington, DC or Princeton, NJ based role . The Associate Director will support policy and reimbursement initiatives and strategies to ensure optimal patient access to BMS medicines. This role collaborates with crossfunctional partners in global policy and government affairs, policy analytics, and commercial functions to identify policy challenges and track risks impacting the BMS pipeline and future innovation. It requires subject matter expertise in Medicare coverage and reimbursement and/or government pricing, experience interpreting legislative text and government regulations, and knowledge of conventions for federal budget analysis (e.g., CBO, OACT). Key Responsibilities
Policy Analysis & Issue Identification Monitor, analyze, and synthesize U.S. federal and state healthcare policy developments that may impact the company’s pipeline, commercial strategy, and long-term growth. Proactively identify emerging policy issues and trends relevant to the company’s therapeutic areas and development programs. Translate complex policy developments into clear, actionable insights for internal stakeholders. Policy Analysis & Strategic Support Support development of a clear view of short-, medium-, and long-term policy risks affecting the company. Track legislative, regulatory, and administrative actions and assess potential impacts on pricing, reimbursement, access, innovation, and market dynamics. Apply quantitative and qualitative analytical approaches to assess policy risks, opportunities, and potential business impacts. Use data and structured frameworks to help prioritize policy issues and guide team focus and resource allocation. Pipeline & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with R&D, Commercial, Market Access, Legal, and other internal teams to align U.S. policy strategy with pipeline and portfolio priorities. Support internal planning by ensuring policy considerations are integrated early into pipeline and lifecycle discussions. External Engagement Support Support engagement with trade associations, coalitions, and external partners as needed to advance company policy objectives. Assist in the development of policy positions, comment letters, and advocacy materials. Translate complex clinical data for government decision makers. Provide training and updates to senior leadership and business units on policy initiatives. Qualifications & Experience
5-8 years of experience in government, government affairs, or policy. Bachelor’s degree in related field such as public affairs, health care policy, political science, public administration, public policy, economics, or related field required. Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to evaluate policy impacts using data and structured analysis. Experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry or public health is preferred. Experience with government health care programs with a focus on Medicare and Medicaid. Knowledge of the health care ecosystem required and experience with health plans, providers, and/or pharmacies preferred. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with business leaders and other internal and external stakeholders. Domestic travel required (up to 20%). If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Overview Princeton - NJ - US $182,070 - $220,626 Washington DC - US $182,070 - $220,626 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. Final compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/. Health Coverage Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care. Wellbeing Support Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, disability, life insurance, and other protections. Work-life benefits
include Paid Time Off and related policies. US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays). Location-specific details and eligibility apply. All global employees who are actively employed and paid by BMS at year-end are eligible to participate in the Global Shutdown. Details vary by location and program. Other Notes
On-site protocol and occupancy type guidance for site-essential, hybrid, field-based, and remote roles. Supporting People With Disabilities: reasonable accommodations available on request. Email adastaffingsupport@bms.com and see careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for the Equal Employment Opportunity statement. Candidate Rights: BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, per applicable laws. Data Protection: We do not request payments or sensitive information during applications. Learn more at careers.bms.com/fraud-protection. All application data is processed per privacy policies. If you believe information is missing or incorrect, contact TAEnablement@bms.com with Job Title and Requisition number. For status inquiries, use the Chat with Ripley feature. Job Reference
R1598532 Associate Director, U.S. Policy
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