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POSITION: SENIOR PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST , IMMUNOLOGY IN VIVO PHARMACOLOGY

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Senior Principal Scientist or Associate Director to lead our Immunology in vivo Pharmacology team and drive the in vivo strategy supporting Immunology programs at all stages, from discovery through development. This leadership role is critical to advancing our portfolio and ensuring robust scientific support for candidate selection, human dose projection, biomarker identification, and life cycle management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the Immunology in vivo Pharmacology team, providing scientific and strategic direction.
• Identify and implement appropriate PK/PD and disease models to support clinical candidate selection, human dose projection, biomarker identification, and life cycle management.
• Design and oversee in vivo and ex vivo studies to assess target engagement and pharmacodynamic endpoints.
• Contribute to portfolio strategy discussions and foster external collaborations to advance program objectives.
• Communicate scientific findings effectively across multidisciplinary teams and to leadership.

Qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 10 years of post-PhD experience.
• Extensive industry research experience within the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology sector is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience supporting portfolio strategy discussions and managing external collaborations.
• Deep knowledge of the Immunology/Inflammation therapeutic area, with a strong in vivo background.
• Prior hands-on experience with animal models of autoimmune diseases is highly desirable.
• Comprehensive understanding of PK/PD assessments and proven experience designing ex vivo studies for pharmacodynamic and target engagement endpoints.
• Strong scientific and managerial skills, with a proven track record of leadership, collaboration, and excellent communication.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

If you are a driven scientific leader with a passion for advancing immunology research and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply and join our team in making a meaningful impact on patient lives.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $181,930 - $220,500 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided based on demonstrated experience. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers site. Eligibility for specific benefits listed in our careers site may vary based on the job and location.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.
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.

• Lead and mentor the Immunology in vivo Pharmacology team, providing scientific and strategic direction.
• Identify and implement appropriate PK/PD and disease models to support clinical candidate selection, human dose projection, biomarker identification, and life cycle management.
• Design and oversee in vivo and ex vivo studies to assess target engagement and pharmacodynamic endpoints.
• Contribute to portfolio strategy discussions and foster external collaborations to advance program objectives.
• Communicate scientific findings effectively across multidisciplinary teams and to leadership