Associate Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology

Bristol Myers Squibb • Cambridge, MA

2d • $97,490 - $118,131 • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the In Vivo Pharmacology group supporting Oncology and Immunology discovery programs. The successful candidate will contribute to the evaluation of novel therapeutic candidates by designing and executing preclinical in vivo studies, with a focus on tumor models and immune-mediated disease systems. This role is laboratory-based and requires strong technical expertise, scientific rigor, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary research environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience
• Hands-on experience with in vivo pharmacology and rodent handling.
• Proficiency in dosing techniques and sample collection (e.g., IV/IP injections, blood/tissue harvest).
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple studies in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Immunology, Oncology, Pharmacology, or related field.
• Typically 2+ years of relevant in vivo experience (industry preferred).
• Experience with oncology tumor models and/or immunology disease models.
• Strong experience with IVIS imaging.
• Strong data analysis and organizational skills, scientific curiosity and problem-solving mindset
• Experience working in matrixed, cross-functional teams desired.
• Familiarity with imaging techniques, biomarkers, or molecular assays desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct in vivo studies in murine models of cancer and immune-mediated diseases (e.g., inflammation, autoimmune models).
• Perform compound dosing (IV, IP, SC), tumor measurements, clinical scoring, and animal monitoring.
• Perform complex animal procedures (e.g., tumor implantation, immune cell transfers, longitudinal sampling).
• Proficient with IVIS imaging and can operate independently.
• Collect and analyze experimental data using tools such as GraphPad Prism, Excel, or similar.
• Troubleshoot.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic lab notebook (ELN) records.
• Prepare study summaries, contribute to data presentations, and support regulatory or project documentation.
• Work closely with Oncology and Immunology project teams.
• Present findings at team meetings and contribute to scientific strategy discussions.
• Interface with external collaborators or CROs as needed.
• Ensure compliance with BMS policies, IACUC regulations, and animal welfare standards.
• Maintain lab supplies, equipment, and study materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement of in vivo models and workflows.

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