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Clinical Director positions frequently qualify for H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship due to specialized healthcare leadership requirements. These roles require advanced degrees in nursing, healthcare administration, or related fields, plus management experience. Large health systems and hospital networks commonly sponsor international candidates for director-level clinical positions. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Director, Global Clinical Physician - Cardiovascular
Position Responsibilities
- Serves as a clinical/medical contact in diligence-related conversations with target company scientific and clinical contacts, partnering closely with senior BD leadership
- Identifies and enacts best practices with minimal instruction, escalating judgment calls as appropriate
- Provides regular and timely updates to management and governance stakeholders, flagging risks and recommendations as they arise
- Leads literature review and competitive landscape assessment, translating findings into asset valuation and trial design benchmarking recommendations for prospective deals
- Leads development of the clinical development plan spanning early to late development, and presents recommendations to governance committees and development team leadership as required
- Leads clinical assessment of trial design elements (endpoints, statistical assumptions, enrollment criteria, patient population/eligibility risk) for target assets and precedent/competitor trials, providing clinical input on feasibility and valuation assumptions
- Leads the development of trial design and feasibility benchmarking materials (sample size, enrollment assumptions, country selection) and helps shape the medical narrative supporting asset valuation and deal feasibility assessments
- Leads clinical and medical input to diligence packages, including safety risk assessment, and present findings to BD leadership and governance committees
- Collaborates cross-functionally with Biostatistics, Regulatory, Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Clinical Pharmacology to inform clinical development and diligence assessments
- Serves as a therapeutic area medical resource across key cardiovascular areas (e.g., lipid management, coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart failure), providing input on portfolio and pipeline strategy
- Provides medical/guidance to Clinical Scientists and other junior team members on assigned initiatives
- Identifies and escalate medical/safety risk considerations that could materially affect deal terms or timelines
Accountabilities
- Uses leading-edge knowledge to lead complex projects. Influences business and industry decisions that have an impact on the Company.
- Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems, typically involving the innovation of new solutions.
People Management Accountabilities
- Provides leadership and direction through managers and/or expert-level individual contributors performing work in generally the same function.
- Directly accountable for the performance and results of a department, cluster/mid-size market or site.
- Develops department strategy and is accountable for execution of the department's business plan.
Degree Requirements
MD (or equivalent) required; board certification/eligibility in a relevant specialty (e.g., cardiology, internal medicine) preferred. Six to eight years of clinical and/or industry experience preferred. MBA or business/finance coursework a plus, but not required.
Experience Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, study design, statistics, and clinical operations
- Advanced ability to interpret clinical and safety data to identify trends and inform deal-specific medical risk assessments
- Advanced medical writing skills and medical terminology, applied to diligence memos, deal narratives, and governance presentations
- Advanced planning/project management skills (develop realistic, effective medium-range plans across clinical development programs and deal timelines, managing competing priorities across multiple concurrent deals)
Key Competency Requirements
- Detail-oriented with commitment to quality and medical/scientific rigor
- Advanced knowledge of disease area, compound, and current clinical landscape, with the credibility to represent the therapeutic area externally
- Advanced knowledge of the establishment and operation of data monitoring committees, dose review teams, and independent response adjudication committees, including experience interfacing with these bodies
- Working knowledge of deal structuring norms (upfront/milestone/royalty structures) and asset valuation frameworks (NPV/eNPV, PTRS); prior BD/diligence experience a plus but not required
- Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with sound independent medical judgment under time pressure
- Adaptable/flexible (comfortable operating with ambiguity across multiple concurrent clinical and BD workstreams; leads with confidence and professionalism under shifting priorities)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint and data review tools (e.g., report generating tools); comfortable presenting complex clinical/medical concepts to non-clinical BD and executive audiences
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.
Compensation Overview:
- Cambridge Crossing: $308,700 - $374,075
- Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $275,630 - $333,998
- Princeton - NJ - US: $275,630 - $333,998
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.
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.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
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.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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.
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.
R1604862 : Director, Global Clinical Physician (Cardiovascular)
Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Director, Global Clinical Physician - Cardiovascular
Position Responsibilities
- Serves as a clinical/medical contact in diligence-related conversations with target company scientific and clinical contacts, partnering closely with senior BD leadership
- Identifies and enacts best practices with minimal instruction, escalating judgment calls as appropriate
- Provides regular and timely updates to management and governance stakeholders, flagging risks and recommendations as they arise
- Leads literature review and competitive landscape assessment, translating findings into asset valuation and trial design benchmarking recommendations for prospective deals
- Leads development of the clinical development plan spanning early to late development, and presents recommendations to governance committees and development team leadership as required
- Leads clinical assessment of trial design elements (endpoints, statistical assumptions, enrollment criteria, patient population/eligibility risk) for target assets and precedent/competitor trials, providing clinical input on feasibility and valuation assumptions
- Leads the development of trial design and feasibility benchmarking materials (sample size, enrollment assumptions, country selection) and helps shape the medical narrative supporting asset valuation and deal feasibility assessments
- Leads clinical and medical input to diligence packages, including safety risk assessment, and present findings to BD leadership and governance committees
- Collaborates cross-functionally with Biostatistics, Regulatory, Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Clinical Pharmacology to inform clinical development and diligence assessments
- Serves as a therapeutic area medical resource across key cardiovascular areas (e.g., lipid management, coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart failure), providing input on portfolio and pipeline strategy
- Provides medical/guidance to Clinical Scientists and other junior team members on assigned initiatives
- Identifies and escalate medical/safety risk considerations that could materially affect deal terms or timelines
Accountabilities
- Uses leading-edge knowledge to lead complex projects. Influences business and industry decisions that have an impact on the Company.
- Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems, typically involving the innovation of new solutions.
People Management Accountabilities
- Provides leadership and direction through managers and/or expert-level individual contributors performing work in generally the same function.
- Directly accountable for the performance and results of a department, cluster/mid-size market or site.
- Develops department strategy and is accountable for execution of the department's business plan.
Degree Requirements
MD (or equivalent) required; board certification/eligibility in a relevant specialty (e.g., cardiology, internal medicine) preferred. Six to eight years of clinical and/or industry experience preferred. MBA or business/finance coursework a plus, but not required.
Experience Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, study design, statistics, and clinical operations
- Advanced ability to interpret clinical and safety data to identify trends and inform deal-specific medical risk assessments
- Advanced medical writing skills and medical terminology, applied to diligence memos, deal narratives, and governance presentations
- Advanced planning/project management skills (develop realistic, effective medium-range plans across clinical development programs and deal timelines, managing competing priorities across multiple concurrent deals)
Key Competency Requirements
- Detail-oriented with commitment to quality and medical/scientific rigor
- Advanced knowledge of disease area, compound, and current clinical landscape, with the credibility to represent the therapeutic area externally
- Advanced knowledge of the establishment and operation of data monitoring committees, dose review teams, and independent response adjudication committees, including experience interfacing with these bodies
- Working knowledge of deal structuring norms (upfront/milestone/royalty structures) and asset valuation frameworks (NPV/eNPV, PTRS); prior BD/diligence experience a plus but not required
- Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with sound independent medical judgment under time pressure
- Adaptable/flexible (comfortable operating with ambiguity across multiple concurrent clinical and BD workstreams; leads with confidence and professionalism under shifting priorities)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint and data review tools (e.g., report generating tools); comfortable presenting complex clinical/medical concepts to non-clinical BD and executive audiences
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.
Compensation Overview:
- Cambridge Crossing: $308,700 - $374,075
- Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $275,630 - $333,998
- Princeton - NJ - US: $275,630 - $333,998
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.
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.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
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.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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.
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.
R1604862 : Director, Global Clinical Physician (Cardiovascular)
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Target large health systems and hospital networks
Major healthcare organizations like Kaiser Permanente, HCA Healthcare, and Cleveland Clinic have established visa sponsorship programs and legal resources to handle H-1B petitions for leadership roles.
Highlight your specialized clinical expertise
Emphasize specialized areas like ICU management, quality improvement, or regulatory compliance. Specialized clinical knowledge strengthens the case for why the role requires advanced professional qualifications.
Document your management and leadership experience
Clinical Director roles require demonstrated leadership of clinical teams, budget oversight, and strategic planning. Prepare detailed examples of staff management, process improvement initiatives, and measurable patient outcomes.
Consider O-1 for exceptional clinical leaders
If you have published research, speaking engagements, awards, or recognition in clinical leadership, the O-1 visa may offer a faster path than H-1B lottery.
Understand degree requirement flexibility
While most roles require a Master's degree, clinical directors with nursing backgrounds may qualify with BSN plus extensive clinical management experience under the three-for-one substitution rule.
Research state licensing requirements early
Clinical Director positions often require active nursing or healthcare administration licenses. Research state licensing requirements and reciprocity rules for your target locations before interviewing with employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Director positions typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Clinical Director roles commonly qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because they require specialized knowledge in healthcare management, clinical operations, and regulatory compliance. The position typically requires a Master's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or related field, meeting the specialty occupation requirements. Large healthcare systems regularly sponsor these roles.
What degree is required for Clinical Director visa sponsorship?
Most Clinical Director positions require a Master's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, public health, or related field. Some roles accept a Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) with extensive clinical management experience. The degree must relate directly to the clinical leadership responsibilities and healthcare operations management aspects of the role.
Can Clinical Directors get O-1 visa sponsorship instead of H-1B?
Clinical Directors with exceptional achievements may qualify for O-1 visas. This includes published research in clinical practice, speaking at major healthcare conferences, receiving industry awards, or leading innovative patient care programs. O-1 provides advantages like no annual cap, faster processing, and easier employer changes compared to H-1B.
Do I need a nursing license to work as Clinical Director on a work visa?
Most Clinical Director positions require an active RN license, though some healthcare administration roles may not. License requirements vary by state and employer. International nurses typically need to pass NCLEX-RN and meet state board requirements. Some employers assist with license applications, but the process can take months, so start early.
How to find Clinical Director jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Clinical Director positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in sponsored healthcare roles. Focus on large hospital systems, healthcare networks, and medical research institutions that commonly sponsor H-1B and EB-2 visas for senior clinical leadership positions. These organizations often have established immigration processes for recruiting experienced healthcare executives and clinical administrators.
What's the approval rate for Clinical Director H-1B petitions?
Healthcare management roles, including Clinical Director positions, generally have high H-1B approval rates because they clearly meet specialty occupation requirements. The combination of advanced degree requirements, specialized clinical knowledge, and management responsibilities makes these petitions relatively straightforward. However, proper documentation of qualifications and job requirements remains essential.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Clinical Director jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.