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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manager, Real World Data Strategy - **Company:** Bristol Myers Squibb - **Location:** Trenton, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $139,200.0 - $168,683.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Data Security, Database Queries, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Prompt Engineering, Data Strategy, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines, Databricks - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gmb8hp ## About the Role + Bachelor's in Life Sciences, Data/Analytics, Epidemiology, Public Health, or related field (required) + Master's degree (MPH, MBA, Biostatistics, or Data Science) (preferred) Experience + 4-5 years in data, analytics, real-world evidence, consulting, or a related field + Hands-on experience with RWD sources (claims, EHR, molecular, biomarker, imaging), including knowledge of their structure, limitations, and appropriate use cases + Track record delivering data products or analytics solutions: scoping, timeline management, and fit-for-purpose outputs (e.g., analytical datasets, data platforms, self-service tools) + Experience in cross-functional, matrixed environments across technology, analytics, and business stakeholders + Demonstrated hands-on proficiency with AI-native tools, specifically Claude Code and collaborative AI coding environments, applied to data workflows, scripting, or pipeline development; a pre-interview hands-on project may be required Required Skills Technical + SQL proficiency; working knowledge of R or Python for data manipulation, QC, or analytical workflows + Familiarity with data pipelines and cloud environments (e.g., Databricks, AWS) + Proficiency with Claude Code and collaborative AI tools to accelerate querying, QC automation, and documentation; ability to integrate AI into structured workflows via prompt engineering and AI-assisted analysis + Understanding of data quality frameworks and governance practices Professional & Leadership + Strong execution and delivery management: organized, detail-oriented, able to juggle competing priorities + Hands-on AI capability is a core, non-negotiable requirement: candidates must demonstrate active, daily use of AI tools (including Claude Code) with tangible examples of impact on workflows, automation, and team delivery; this is an expected competency aligned with BMS's enterprise-wide AI-native commitment + Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences + Collaborative, solutions-oriented; builds trust across stakeholder groups + Comfortable with ambiguity and able to flex across functional areas as the role evolves ## Description The Real-World Data (RWD) Strategy team stewards real-world data assets end-to-end, from strategic acquisition and governance to scalable data product development and AI-ready foundations, to democratize access, accelerate innovation, and improve patient outcomes. The Senior Manager is a dynamic, cross-functional role spanning data landscaping, external partnerships, customer success, data product strategy, and governance. This individual translates strategic priorities into structured execution plans within a matrixed, collaborative environment, championing an AI-native mindset throughout. Key Responsibilities Strategy Execution & Delivery + Lead end-to-end RWD initiative execution, from scoping through stakeholder sign-off, with clear milestones, owners, and risk mitigation strategies + Track interdependent workstreams, proactively surface blockers, and escalate with solutions AI Innovation & Technology Enablement + Act as the team's AI driver: identify, pilot, and embed AI/ML tools and automation into RWD workflows, data pipelines, and analytical processes + Ensure RWD assets are structured and documented for AI/ML downstream consumption in partnership with engineering and data science teams Data Landscaping, Products & Partnerships + Evaluate and onboard external RWD sources (claims, EHR, registries, labs, PROs); manage vendor assessments, acquisition workflows, and data access governance + Design scalable data products across Research, Development & HEOR; engage internal customers to drive adoption and usability Value, Impact & Governance + Define and track KPIs demonstrating the impact of RWD investments and data products + Uphold data quality, governance standards, metadata practices, and compliance requirements; contribute to lineage documentation and enablement resources, 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. Supporting People with Disabilities 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/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. 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