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Associate Director, Senior Clinical Scientist

Bristol Myers Squibb
Bristol Myers Squibb
10+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 9, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Associate Director – Senior Clinical Scientist

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Experience Required: 10+ Years
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R1595938


About Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS)

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to transforming patients’ lives through science™. With cutting-edge innovation in oncology, immunology, cardiovascular diseases, and other therapeutic areas, BMS empowers teams to develop life-changing therapies. Our culture emphasizes passion, innovation, inclusion, accountability, and integrity, offering employees opportunities to grow professionally while making a tangible impact on global healthcare.


Role Overview

The Associate Director, Senior Clinical Scientist will provide strategic clinical and scientific leadership across early-phase and ongoing clinical trials. This role requires leading trial-level activities, guiding clinical scientists, and ensuring high-quality data, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Medical Monitors, Clinical Development Leads, Data Management, and external partners to drive clinical research programs aligned with organizational goals.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Trial Leadership

  • Serve as Clinical Trial Lead for assigned studies, overseeing planning, execution, and close-out activities.

  • Maintain a thorough understanding of study protocols and educate supporting teams on protocol requirements.

  • Evaluate innovative trial designs in collaboration with Medical Monitors and Clinical Development Leads.

Protocol & Regulatory Support

  • Collaborate on the development and review of Protocols and Informed Consent Forms (ICFs), ensuring high clinical quality.

  • Review clinical narratives, CSRs, and regulatory documents (IB, DSURs, regulatory responses).

  • Support site-facing activities including training, clinical query resolution, and serving as primary contact for clinical questions.

Data Management & Monitoring

  • Provide oversight on clinical data review, trend identification, CRF design, and query resolution.

  • Ensure consistent quality in data review by supporting Clinical Scientists and collaborating with Data Management.

  • Participate in Data Monitoring Committees, dose review teams, and independent adjudication committees.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Co-lead study team meetings and coordinate with global teams.

  • Serve as a liaison with external scientific partners for clinical guidance and advice.

  • Support clinical development planning by providing data analysis and insights.

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Provide guidance and matrix leadership to a team of Clinical Scientists.

  • Mentor team members and support professional development.

  • Promote quality, compliance, and scientific excellence across the clinical team.


Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: MD (Pharmacology preferred), PhD, PharmD, MS, RN, or equivalent Life Sciences degree.

  • Experience: 10+ years in clinical research, clinical science, or related roles with medical monitoring experience.

  • Regulatory Knowledge: GCP, ICH, drug development, study design, and clinical operations expertise.

  • Medical Monitoring & Data Review: Strong capability to analyze clinical data, identify trends, and support regulatory submissions.

  • Leadership: Experience leading cross-functional clinical teams and mentoring junior staff.

  • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EDC systems (e.g., RAVE), J-Review, and clinical reporting tools.

  • Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.

  • Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required.


Why Join BMS

  • Work on innovative clinical programs that impact global patient care.

  • Lead high-performing teams in a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

  • Contribute to transformational therapies across multiple therapeutic areas.

  • Access opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and global exposure.


Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
BMS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. BMS ensures a secure and transparent application process, with no payments or financial information ever requested.

Apply Now to be part of a team transforming patient lives through science.