Head of Medical Capabilities

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact—on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio: https://careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

The Head of Medical Capabilities will help the medical team to prepare for the successful launch of RayzeBio’s Radiopharmaceuticals. This senior team member will build and execute strategy and tactical plans in a cross-functional, dynamic, and innovative environment. The role will actively shape the future of RayzeBio’s medical affairs organization, collaborating to develop foundational infrastructure and drive medical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and guide SMEs within the medical capabilities and operations team, that may include

  • Medical evidence generation operations (ISRs, Expanded Access Programs)  

  • Medical publications and communications (medical information, promotional review)

  • Congress planning and execution

  • Medical education and sponsorships

  • Core medical operations (budget, contracts, systems, SOPs)

• Define and execute a medical capabilities strategy across medical functions. This may include leveraging AI and digital platforms to:

  • Modernize medical information (Med Info) planning and delivery

  • Conduct Promotional review

  • Optimize congress planning and execution

  • Enhance medical content, communications, and publications workflows

  • Improve operational efficiency, compliance oversight, and data quality across medical affairs

• Liaise strategically with BMS and other external partners to identify capability-building opportunities, share best practices, and unlock synergies in medical capabilities and operations.

• Act as a senior medical affairs leader and capabilities subject matter expert, including monitoring emerging trends in medical innovation, compliance, and excellence; proactively apply learnings to elevate team performance.

• Serve as the enterprise lead for medical AI and innovation, partnering cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Commercial, Legal & Compliance, IT, and external collaborators to design, pilot, and operationalize advanced digital and AI-enabled solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced scientific degree (Masters, PhD, MD) or related discipline.

• 15+ years’ experience in medical roles, including team leadership within some medical functions; oncology product launch experience preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of industry compliance and regulatory requirements.

• Proven track record of accountability, operational excellence, and successful execution.

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence cross-functionally.

• Skilled in strategic planning, annual planning, and budgeting.

• Location in San Diego, CA or Princeton, NJ  preferred; remote considered with travel to corporate office. Additional travel up to 25% as needed.

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.

Princeton - NJ - US: $241,768 - $292,966 
San Diego - RayzeBio - CA: $261,110 - $316,404


The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
 

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are 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.

Candidate Rights

BMS and RayzeBio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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