[Hiring] Medical Education & Operations Lead @Bristol Myers Squibb

Role Description

The Medical Education & Operations Lead will serve as a senior leader within Medical Affairs, responsible for driving operational strategy, execution, and team effectiveness across the function. This role provides leadership and oversight for:

• Conference planning
• Annual medical planning
• Budget management
• Contract administration
• Review of sponsorships and grants
• Internal team training
• Extended Medical Leadership Team operations
• Other high-priority cross-functional initiatives

The position is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence and seamless execution of key medical affairs priorities. The role will report into the Head of Medical Capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Medical Operations Leadership
  • Lead the strategic planning and operational oversight of Medical Affairs activities.
  • Provide leadership for extended Medical Leadership Team and Department Hot Topics Meetings.
  • Oversee internal medical team training and onboarding programs.
  • Direct oversight of core operational processes, including budget planning and tracking.
  • Lead cross-functional project management for key Medical Affairs initiatives.
  • Drive process excellence and continuous improvement across the function.
• Conference Planning & Team Oversight
  • Lead team oversight for conference planning and execution.
  • Ensure effective coordination of medical meetings, events, and congress-related activities.
  • Establish clear processes and accountability for conference logistics.
• Budget, Contracts, Sponsorships & Grants
  • Own and oversee the Medical Affairs budget.
  • Provide leadership for contract management processes.
  • Review and oversee sponsorship and grant processes.
  • Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities across operational and financial processes.
• Other Duties as Assigned
  • Adapt to changing priorities; take on additional projects and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or medical affairs environments.
• Familiarity with event planning, logistics, and operational support highly desirable.
• Strong budget management, contract administration, and vendor coordination skills.
• Proven experience managing SharePoint or similar digital collaboration platforms.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities, with flexibility to travel as required for congress support.
• Team-oriented with a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and customer service focus.
• Leverages AI to drive program, portfolio, or functional performance through prioritization and scaled adoption.

Requirements

• Remote - United States - US: $210,572 - $255,164.
• Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available.
• Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, life insurance, accident insurance, and more.
• Work-life benefits include flexible time off, paid national holidays, and additional time off for various needs.