Scientific Senior Director, ADCs Discovery Biology, Oncology

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly accomplished and creative scientific leader to lead the BMS Oncology ADC Discovery team and oversee the preclinical ADC portfolio. In this role, you will shape the overall Oncology ADC strategy by providing scientific and strategic insight and influencing key investment decisions. You will lead a growing internal ADC discovery portfolio and cultivate external partnerships to drive innovation—all with the goal of advancing next generation ADCs into the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Lead the BMS Oncology ADC strategy and portfolio, guiding programs from target concept through development candidate and into the clinic.
• Partner closely with key internal stakeholders—including leaders in Research, Development, and Commercial—to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Build and maintain external collaborations that strengthen and differentiate the ADC portfolio.
• Serve as a credible and influential spokesperson and subject matter expert for ADC discovery, shaping both internal and external investment decisions.
• Work across the organization to align strategy and ensure timely advancement of innovative ADC programs into clinical development.
• Make informed decisions that enable the ADC team to deliver on its objectives and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and responsible innovation.
• Communicate effectively and engage collaboratively using strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's Degree; 15+ years of academic / industry experience
• Required: Master's Degree; 12+ years of academic / industry experience
• Required: PhD; 10+ years of academic / industry experience; 8+ years of leadership experience
• Preferred: Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
• Preferred: 10+ years of industry experience
• Preferred: 8+ years of industry leadership experience
• Preferred: Extensive experience in ADC discovery, with deep understanding of ADC technologies spanning cytotoxic and novel payload classes, plus expertise in conjugation and linker strategies
• Preferred: Experience developing and managing an ADC portfolio from early target discovery through delivery of clinical candidates
• Preferred: Experience building and leading high-performing, collaborative teams dedicated to advancing innovative ADCs into clinical development
• Preferred: Excellent strategic thinking skills, weighing risk, benefit, and tradeoffs to guide decision making
• Preferred: Excellent communication skills, ability to articulate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
• Preferred: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Preferred: Experience applying AI to streamline ADC discovery and enhance decision making
• Preferred: Extensive experience working with external partnerships and internal capabilities to deliver portfolio objectives

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD