Scientific Director, Clinical Pathology

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Position Summary

BMS is seeking a veterinary Clinical Pathologist to join a large and well-established biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing safe and efficacious medicines for areas of unmet need. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly experienced, collaborative, and supportive group of pathologists, where career growth is actively encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides expert scientific interpretation and integration of clinical pathology data from nonclinical development studies.
• Scientific advisor to the Clinical Pathology laboratory in New Brunswick and collaborates with other functions within Nonclinical Drug Development Sciences (NDDS).
• Reviews non-GLP and GLP study protocols and provides input into the design of clinical pathology endpoints and analyses.

• Prepares clear, accurate, and scientifically rigorous clinical pathology reports that communicate the significance of findings for nonclinical safety assessment and regulatory submissions.  

• Serves as an independent clinical pathology scientific reviewer for outsourced toxicology studies.
• Provides expert consultation on unusual or complex clinical pathology findings, including cytology, bone marrow aspirates, urine sediment, and exploratory biomarker selection, and participates in multifunctional investigative toxicology teams, as needed.
• Collaborates with NDDS colleagues to optimize use of clinical pathology resources across various BMS sites (as feasible).
• Continuously evaluates and applies new scientific methodologies to meet research and drug-registration needs and resolve toxicity-based issues.
• Fosters an environment of scientific excellence, open communication, and creativity to maximize productivity and support employee career development.
• Encouraged to present at scientific meetings and publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (DVM, and preferably MS or PhD or equivalent), and ACVP board certification in Clinical Pathology or “board eligible” with a solid foundation in Industry clinical pathology, toxicology, and related disciplines such as metabolism and pharmacokinetics.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry and/or a contract research organization (CRO), with substantial responsibility for interpreting clinical pathology data from nonclinical studies.
• Demonstrated broad experience contributing to product registration activities, regulatory submissions, and supporting dossiers.
• Solid understanding of GLP regulations and their application in an Industry clinical pathology laboratory environment.
• Strong comparative clinical pathology expertise, including interpretation of data from toxicity and/or efficacy studies conducted in a diverse array of nonclinical species.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the drug discovery and development process, including the biology and pathophysiology of one or more disease target areas.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and concise regulatory reports.
• Strong scientific problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and integrate diverse data types.
• Experience serving on or leading cross-functional teams, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to align people, resources, and activities with departmental and divisional objectives.
• Demonstrates scientific leadership with the capacity to drive issue resolution and influence the direction of discovery or development programs.
• Potential and ambition to take on an expanded leadership role within the Pathology department or cross-functional project teams in the future.

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Compensation Overview:

New Brunswick - NJ - US: $238,970 - $289,574


The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.

Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.

Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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