Bio Quality Control Incoming Material Associate

Bristol Myers Squibb • Devens, MA

2d • $36 - $43

About The Position

Biologics Quality Control Incoming Materials Associate Position Summary The Biologics QC Incoming Materials Analyst is responsible for the receipt, testing, and release of raw materials used in biologics manufacturing. This role supports laboratory operations and contributes to the Smart-QC initiative aimed at enhancing digital and operational efficiency across QC functions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of science generally attained through studies resulting in a BS degree, preferably in Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a Biologics QC laboratory or related biopharmaceutical cGLP or cGMP lab.
• High attention to detail with strong general laboratory and good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team, to complete assignments within defined time constraints.
• Ability to interpret and apply cGMPs, USP, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates problem solving and analytical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in analytical test methods such as Osmolality, Nitrate, pH, Solubility highly preferred.
• Knowledge of lab software applications (e.g., LIMS, ELN (LES/SmartLab), Empower) preferred.
• Excellent manual dexterity including proficiency in aseptic techniques desired.

Responsibilities

• Raw Materials Testing Receive and process incoming raw material samples in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Perform analytical testing (e.g., identity, purity, and quality assessments) using validated methods.
• Review Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and Certificates of Testing (CoT) from Contract Testing Labs (CTLs) and ensure accurate data entry into LIMS.
• Support reduced testing programs and vendor qualification processes in collaboration with Supplier Quality.
• Performs routine testing and data review of Incoming Materials in a cGMP compliant environment.
• Performs routine assays such as Osmolality, Nitrate, pH, Solubility, FTIR, Heavy Metal testing and more.
• Performs send outs of Raw Materials that are testing at contract testing labs.
• May write and revise SOPs for managerial review and approval.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees