Senior Associate Scientist, LNP Analytical Testing

Bristol Myers Squibb • Cambridge, MA

1d • $86,510 - $104,833

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is hiring a Senior Associate Scientist to perform analytical testing in support of research, process development, stability, and quality control activities. The role involves carrying out routine assays and laboratory experiments, analyzing and reporting results, maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, and supporting method development and optimization. The scientist will work in accordance with established procedures and applicable laboratory, safety, and corporate requirements, while collaborating with colleagues across research, process development, and formulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• 1–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience; experience with RNA and/or LNPs is preferred and may include academic research, internships, or industry roles.
• Proficiency with HPLC operations, including method execution, column management, and use of chromatography data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and present results to a team and the larger research community.
• Familiarity with ICH guidelines, GLP/GMP principles, and regulatory submission requirements.
• Experience with bioanalytical method validation, such as under FDA or EMA guidelines.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism, JMP, or Excel-based analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with ELISA, Western blotting, cell-based assays, UV-Vis spectroscopy, or qPCR.
• Experience or familiarity with mass spectrometry.
• Familiarity with RNA characterization techniques such as SEC, CE, RT-PCR, or RNAseq.
• Experience with LIMS and Benchling.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical assays, including ELISA, HPLC, and other analytical methods, supporting research, process development, stability, and quality control activities.
• Execute and document laboratory experiments according to established SOPs, protocols, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data; prepare clear and concise laboratory reports and technical summaries.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration and troubleshooting, and coordinate preventive maintenance with vendors.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and standards for analytical testing, and manage laboratory consumables and supply inventory.
• Support method development and optimization under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Comply with safety regulations, environmental health and safety guidelines, and BMS corporate policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues in research, process development, and formulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Flexible Time Off without a set accrual limit for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, subject to manager approval.
• Paid vacation for eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico.
• 11 paid company holidays annually; eligible non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees in Puerto Rico also receive 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Eligible employees may receive an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Potential eligibility for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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