US MSL Lead - West at Bristol Myers Squibb

About this role

Life at BMS 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 therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a 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: US Regional MSL Team Lead – West Region RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb company, is a dynamic biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, CA. The company is focused on improving survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes. RayzeBio is developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors. Led by a successful and experienced entrepreneurial team, RayzeBio aims to be the global leader in We are seeking a US MSL Regional Lead - West Region to lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional Medical Science Liaison team supporting RayzeBio’s portfolio across the Western United States. This leader will be accountable for translating national medical strategy into regional field execution in alignment with US MSL Regional Lead - East, driving compliant scientific exchange, strengthening relationships with oncology and nuclear medicine experts, and enabling clinical development, trial engagement, insight generation, and launch readiness. The role will partner closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Commercial, Market Access, and other cross-functional stakeholders, and will report to the Head of Medical External Engagement. Key Regional Medical Strategy & External Engagement
Translate national medical strategy into a West US regional engagement plan aligned with portfolio priorities, clinical development needs, and launch readiness objectives.
Identify, prioritize, and cultivate relationships with key oncology, nuclear medicine, academic, community, and integrated delivery network stakeholders across the West region.
Lead regional scientific engagement planning, including key account mapping, external expert engagement, medical education opportunities, congress follow-up, and insight generation.
Strengthen durable institutional relationships that support scientific exchange, clinical trial awareness, and appropriate collaboration across priority centers.
Clinical Development & Trial Enablement
Partner with Clinical Development and Clinical Operations to support regional trial execution, including site identification, start-up readiness, enrollment support, and investigator engagement.
Guide the MSL team in delivering compliant, scientifically balanced trial-related exchange with investigators, site teams, and relevant healthcare professionals.
Surface regional barriers, opportunities, and insights related to trial participation, referral pathways, imaging, dosimetry, and site readiness.
External Engagement & Scientific Leadership Build collaborative relationships with external experts, investigators, healthcare providers, and institutional leaders across oncology and nuclear medicine.
Ensure the regional team executes high-quality, compliant scientific exchange aligned to approved medical strategies and stakeholder needs.
Oversee timely, accurate, balanced, and non-promotional responses to unsolicited scientific inquiries and emerging data discussions.
Capture, synthesize, and communicate actionable medical insights to inform medical strategy, clinical development, evidence generation, and launch planning.
Team Leadership & Capability Building Recruit, onboard, lead, and develop a high-performing West Region MSL team.
Provide field coaching, mentorship, and performance management to ensure scientific excellence, compliant engagement, and measurable regional impact.
Establish clear expectations, engagement standards, operating rhythms, and performance metrics for the regional field medical team.
Conduct regular field visits and coaching interactions to support MSL development, customer engagement quality, and territory execution.
Develop and reinforce training, playbooks, and best practices to support scientific exchange, clinical trial enablement, insight generation, and launch readiness.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, curiosity, continuous learning, and cross-functional partnership.
Leverage digital tools and AI-enabled approaches, where appropriate, to improve prioritization, insight synthesis, field effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
Applies AI to improve team execution and decision‑making
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Launch Readiness Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Commercial, Market Access, Patient Advocacy, and other partners to align regional execution with enterprise priorities.
Support launch readiness by identifying regional stakeholder needs, educational gaps, operational barriers, and opportunities to strengthen external engagement.
Contribute to internal education and regional readiness planning related to therapies, solid tumor treatment pathways, and evolving scientific evidence.
Applies AI to improve team execution and decision‑making
Scientific Integrity & Compliance Ensure all field medical activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Model and reinforce high standards for scientific integrity, documentation quality, data accuracy, and balanced communication.
Guide the team in structured insight generation, compliant engagement planning, and appropriate escalation of medical, operational, or compliance-related issues.
Qualifications & Experience
Advanced scientific or clinical degree preferred (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent).
Minimum 10+ years of clinical, medical affairs, or pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience, including people leadership or field medical management .
Experience leading MSLs or field-based medical teams, with demonstrated success recruiting, coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing talent.
Strong understanding of oncology, nuclear medicine, , clinical trial execution, and healthcare system dynamics preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with external experts, investigators, academic centers, community practices, and cross-functional internal stakeholders.
Strong executive presence, communication skills, strategic thinking, and ability to influence without authority across matrixed teams.
Experience operating in both biotech and larger pharmaceutical environments preferred.
Highly organized and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving launch and clinical development environment.
Residence within or near the West US region preferred, with ability to travel approximately 60% to 70%. Regional leads are expected to conduct field engagements with team members, support customer interactions, and attend internal meetings and medical congresses as needed.
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. Compensation Overview: Remote - United States - US: $210,572 - $255,164 The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance. Benefits: Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability). U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year. Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays. Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day. U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at 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 . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. Candidate Rights BMS and RayzeBio will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. For roles based in Los Angeles County only: If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: For roles based in Washington State only: If you live in or expect to work from Washington State if hired for this position, please visit this page for important information about the Washington Fair Chance Act. Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations. If this posting is missing required information required by local law or incorrect, contact BMS at with the Job Title and Requisition number. Do not send application-related inquiries to this email. To check your application status, please login to your Candidate Home Account. R1608297 : US MSL Lead - West Originally posted on Himalayas