Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

Bristol Myers Squibb

74d • $127,000 - $159,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• A PhD with 5+ (BS with 12+) years of experience in pharmaceutical research, development, or related industry experience.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in development and validation of ligand binding assays (e.g., ELISA, MSD, AlphaLISA, Simple Plex, Luminex).
• Proven experience with data analysis and interpretation using software (e.g., Softmax Pro, Gen5, MSD Workbench, Excel).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team setting and in a rapidly changing environment with frequent changes in priorities, which require strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in cGMP environment is a preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert to develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot assays used for vector and cell therapy products.
• Design and execute phase appropriate validation, and manage method transfer from CTAD to internal or external QC/testing groups.
• Maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and manage routine sample analysis requests.
• Represent the group and present data to cross functional meetings.
• Author, review and approve technical documents, including methods, protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Good knowledge of cGMP and ICH/FDA/EMEA guidance.
• Facilitate smooth operation of the laboratory, including ordering, assisting in the cryopreservation of cellular material, sample management, etc.
• Complete regulatory, site, and department training requirements on a timely basis.

Benefits

• Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care.
• Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP).
• Financial well-being resources and a 401(K).
• Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support.
• Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility.
• Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
• Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources.
• Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees