Associate Scientist, Bioassay Development - Bioassay Center of Excellence

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 a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.

One shared journey is moving us forward at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious disease. Empowered to apply our individual talents and ideas so that we can learn and grow together. And driven to make a difference, from innovative research to hands-on community support. 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 the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Among our several NJ locations, our Hopewell and Summit sites are key components of the Biologics Network Strategy, with available Process Development and Analytical Development & Testing opportunities to support the innovating biologics under development.

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 Bioassay Development Scientist has the opportunity to contribute directly to efforts that support the company’s portfolio of preclinical and clinical- stage biologics. The role calls for close collaboration with Assay Development scientists, Quality Control and Compliance organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Directly accountable for assay development, validation and GMP testing for early and late stage development programs
• Work closely with other assay development scientists, statisticians and with stakeholders in partner organizations
• Generate, review and thoroughly document results, and maintain instrumentation in a GMP-compliant environment

Qualifications:

• BS/MS in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology or equivalent field
• Typically 0-2+ years directly applicable experience in biopharmaceutical development
• Experience in cell-based functional in-vitro assays
• Experience in ELISAs
• BIACORE/SPR or BLI experience is highly advantageous
• FACS experience is advantageous
• Methodical, and committed to high-quality results
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and working in a fast-paced environment; capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Works independently and collaborates with other groups

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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