Scientist, Bioassay Development

Bristol Myers Squibb • New Brunswick, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is the world leader in Biotherapeutics for Immuno-Oncology. The Potency and Impurity Analytical Development (PIAD) department 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 Commercial Analytical Science & Strategy and the Quality Control organization.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with 0–2 years of experience; or M.S. with 2–4 years of relevant experience; or B.S. with 5–7 years of relevant 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.
• Methodical, and committed to high-quality results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Awareness of regulatory and compliance guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ELISAs BIACORE, FACS or automation experience would be advantageous.

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.

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
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree