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Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. Youll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high‑achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

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Shape the Future of Clinical Trials with Us

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in advancing clinical research around the world? We’re seeking an experienced Associate Director, Global Trial Lead (GTL) to join our dynamic Global Development Operations team. The position office is based in Poland – Warsaw; you’ll lead critical global clinical trials and drive innovation in research and development.

Your Impact

• Leadership: Guide multi‑functional teams and vendors to deliver clinical trials on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.
• Strategy & Execution: Shape study‑level strategies and ensure alignment across global teams, managing risks and driving solutions for operational challenges.
• Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external collaborators to optimise study outcomes.
• Growth: Mentor team members, support organisational initiatives, and contribute to a culture of excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee multiple clinical trials from start‑up to close‑out.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain high‑quality data.
• Proactively identify and resolve risks to keep trials on track.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high‑performing team environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Therapeutic Area Experience: Oncology, Neurology, Immunology or similar is a plus.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in clinical operations and project management, including multi‑national trial leadership.
• Proven track record of leading complex global clinical trials and teams.
• Strong communication in English, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Up to 25% travel may be required.

Disclaimer: The responsibilities listed above are only a summary and other responsibilities will be added as assigned.

Why Join Us?

Make a global impact, grow your career, and work with passionate professionals committed to transforming patient care through clinical research. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and diverse environment, we want to hear from you! Ready to shape the future of clinical development? Apply today and help us deliver life‑changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Based on your function, department or individual position, you will have the opportunity to discuss with your Manager the option to work remotely up to 50% of the time, over a two‑week period, with the flexibility to choose the days that align with your collaboration needs.

We kindly ask all applicants to send their CV in English.

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based and remote‑by‑design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site‑essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site‑by‑design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive company culture. For field‑based and remote‑by‑design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo‑accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well‑being and the well‑being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid‑19 and keep up to date with Covid‑19 boosters.

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing