Senior Manager, QC Microbiology Lab Operations, Cell Therapy

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.

Leadership and management responsibilities:

• Hire, mentor and develop the team members to support business operations and employee career development. Provide developmental feedback, coaching, and create a collaborative environment to enhance team performance and integration across site departments.
• Oversee shift mangers to ensure QC Microbiology testing is conducted in a compliant and timely manner. Scope includes routine clean utility sampling and testing (Environmental Monitoring, Water System, and Process Gas Systems) and in-process, release, and stability testing (e.g., Gram Stain, Endotoxin and Sterility).
• Foster collaboration and communication across the shifts.
• Establish and maintain efficient and effective lab operations using Lean Labs principles.
• Develop and report KPIs for QC Microbiology Lab Operations performance. Maintain high team performance and drive continuous improvements using operational excellence tools.
• Lead the team to develop, deploy and maintain required training.
• Approve investigations and creation of meaningful CAPA for improved lab performance.
• Collaborate with managers across the QC network to harmonize best practices
• Maintain GMP regulations and support Health Authority inspections.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Microbiology, Chemistry or related science field.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in a regulated environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• 4+ years of QC management and people leader experience.
• Experience with various microbiology techniques (environmental/clean utility monitoring, gram stain, sterility, endotoxin) and associated equipment.
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean principles.
• Software experience required: experience in LIMS (preferably LabWare LIMS) and ELN is desired; proficient with Excel, Visio, PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills, problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Advanced ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional local and global teams in a high-paced environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and interpersonal skills. Advanced ability to communicate effectively and concisely with peers, department management and cross-functional peers
• Ability to mentor and train team members.
• Ability to work in a highly regulated environment and follow regulatory requirements and GMPs.

If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients’ lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today.

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.

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