Associate, QC Microbiology, (A1), Cell Therapy

Bristol Myers Squibb • Devens, MA

1d • $35 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a QC Associate to join our QC Microbiology team at the Cell Therapy Facility (CTF) in Devens, MA. The QC Associate is responsible for supporting Quality Control microbiological in-process, release, and stability testing of clinical and commercial cell therapy drug product. Additionally, the QC Associate will support clean utilities systems testing, environmental monitoring within the manufacturing environment, and may assist with investigations and continuous improvement efforts. The QC Associate role is stationed in Devens, MA and reports to the Manager, QC Microbiology for the Devens CTF.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the life sciences.
• 0-2+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience with basic laboratory techniques and basic laboratory safety practices.
• Knowledge of basic electronic systems (email, MS Office, etc.) required.
• Ability to work in a high-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and department management.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in microbiology techniques (endotoxin, sterility, environmental monitoring, process gas & water testing, aseptic technique) is preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards as they apply to GMP laboratories is preferred.
• Experience with LIMS and ELN computer applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing and data review of in-process, batch release, and stability samples of cell therapy drug product in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Perform environmental and clean utilities monitoring within the manufacturing environment.
• Ensure timely completion of testing and tasks as assigned.
• May train on additional test methods and provide support to a broader spectrum of testing responsibilities.
• Support investigations through data gathering or interview process.
• Apply scientific principles to testing and the proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding task completion, roadblocks, and needs.
• May participate in projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Support for QC and manufacturing operations requires shift coverage consisting of weekdays, weekends, holidays, and during adverse weather conditions.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level