Hiring company: BMS
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.
Bristol-Myers Squibb is the world leader in Biotherapeutics for Immuno-Oncology. The Bioassay Center of Excellence is the global center for biological potency assay development, biological characterization and clinical lot release. To enable the continuous expansion of our biologics pipeline, we are looking for experienced professionals passionate about bringing recombinant therapeutics to patients to address significant unmet medical need.
The Scientist, Bioassay Development has the opportunity to drive state-of-the art potency assay development that supports the company’s portfolio of preclinical and clinical- stage biologics. The role requires a strong understanding of cell biology/immunology/molecular biology and expertise with the design and development of cell based assays to assess protein function. The role calls for close collaboration with early discovery groups, process sciences groups, internal analytical functions, as well as with Manufacturing Sciences and Technology and the Quality Control organization.
Responsibilities:
- Directly accountable for bioassay development for early and late stage development programs, development of fit-for-purpose biological characterization assays, assay qualification/validation, and strong collaboration with stakeholders in partner organizations.
- Responsible for experimental design, execution, data review and analysis, document writing, and contributing to sections of regulatory submissions.
- Participates in development of the analytical control strategy and anticipates and addresses technical, regulatory, and other business needs
- Generate and thoroughly document results, and maintain instrumentation in a GMP-compliant environment.
- Inspires innovation and operational excellence and fosters a continuous learning environment.
Qualifications:
- PhD in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology or equivalent field, or MS with 3-5 years’ experience, or BS with 5-10 years’ experience.
- Typically 0-2+ years directly applicable experience in biopharmaceutical development.
- Strong technical knowledge of cell-based assay development
- Experience with using cell based assays to assess protein structure/function relationships
- Experience in ELISAs
- BIACORE or FACS experience would be advantageous
- Methodical, and committed to high-quality results
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Awareness of regulatory and compliance guidelines.
Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
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.
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.
To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.
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