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Sr. Clinical Trial Physician

Bristol Myers Squibb, Princeton, NJ, United States


Position Summary
The Senior Clinical Trial Physician sits within Clinical Development, a global organization dedicated to the effective design and execution of drug development. The role serves as a primary source of medical accountability and oversight for multiple clinical trials, manages Phase 1–Phase 3 studies, and provides medical and scientific expertise to cross‑functional BMS colleagues.

Position Responsibilities

Serve as the primary medical point of contact for the Study Delivery Team and Clinical Development Team.

Lead medical data review, including eligibility review and assessment of safety‑related serious adverse events.

Collaborate with Clinical Scientists to develop protocols, provide medical strategic oversight, and support execution activities such as site activation and enrollment status.

Maintain GCP and compliance obligations, fulfill training requirements, and oversee safety narratives.

Provide ongoing medical education and training to study staff, investigators, and other stakeholders.

Serve as medical advisor in Health Authority interactions, advisory board meetings, and draft clinical content for CSRs and regulatory reports.

Contribute to the analysis of benefit/risk for clinical development protocols and support regulatory submissions.

Clinical Development Expertise & Strategy

Design and develop clinical plans and protocols with a strong strategic focus based on disease area knowledge and regulatory objectives.

Provide oversight and medical accountability for a group of studies and collaborate on executional delivery (site activation, enrollment, protocol violations).

Build relationships with principal investigators, thought leaders, and experts in drug and biomarker research.

Maintain an up‑to‑date medical/scientific reputation within the disease area through conferences and literature review.

Keep abreast of development and regulatory issues relevant to competing compounds and portfolio positioning.

Health Authority Interactions & Publications

Act as senior clinical trial physician in key Health Authority interactions and advisory board meetings.

Draft and author clinical content for CSRs, regulatory reports, briefing books, and submission documents.

Degree Requirements
MD required (or U.S. equivalent).

Experience Requirements
5+ years of industry or clinical trial experience.

Key Competency Requirements

Excellent communication and presentation skills in scientific and clinical settings.

Subspecialty training in the relevant therapeutic area preferred.

Expertise in the scientific method, including statistical design, analysis, and interpretation.

Strong knowledge of the drug development process and components of an effective clinical plan.

Proven leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Travel Requirements
Domestic and international travel may be required.

Compensation Overview

Madison, NJ: $243,930 – $295,589

Princeton, NJ: $243,930 – $295,589

Benefits
Health coverage (medical, pharmacy, dental, vision), wellbeing support programs, 401(k) plan, disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and paid time off (including paid holidays and flexible time). Additional benefits vary by location and eligibility.

Site Occupancy & Work Model
Roles may be site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based, or remote‑by‑design. The occupancy type determines onsite requirements, hybrid availability, and required travel.

Disability and Accommodation Support
BMS ensures reasonable workplace accommodations and supports for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Candidate Rights & Equal Opportunity
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records may be considered. Candidates are protected under applicable EEO laws and may request accommodations. Additional information for California residents is available upon request.

Data Protection
No requests for payments, financial information, or social security numbers are made during the application process. All personal data is protected in accordance with applicable privacy policies.

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