Senior Director, Neuroscience Translational Pharmacology

Role: Senior Director of Neuroscience Discovery at Bristol Myers Squibb, focusing on translational pharmacology to support neurodegenerative and neuromuscular disease programs. Responsibilities include leading a team of scientists in designing and interpreting in vivo and translational studies, managing animal models, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory compliance, and collaborating across research functions to align preclinical models with clinical strategies. The role involves establishing external partnerships and representing the organization externally. Qualifications: PhD in Life Sciences with 10+ years of experience in drug discovery research; 8+ years of leadership experience preferred. High-value: emphasis on neurodegenerative, neuropsychiatric, and neuromuscular diseases; modalities include small molecules, biologics, and genetic medicines; stages span early discovery to IND-enabling studies; expertise in animal models, blood-brain barrier technologies, and biomarker development is desired. Location: Cambridge, MA, with a flexible work setup.