Translational Medicine - Material Science, Lab Planning &Execution Internship - Summer 2023

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated intern to be part of the Translational Medicine internship program within the Material Science Biophysical group. The Material Science group utilizes cutting edge biophysical technologies to support a wide range of BMS programs for drug development in areas including oncology, immuno-sciences, cardiovascular, and fibrosis. During this internship the candidate will learn how protein immunoassays are developed to support clinical trials. The candidate will also gain hands-on experience in the biophysical characterization of assay reagents using innovative methodologies to assess variability in reagent stability/activity.

• Directly contribute to development of methods for protein reagent characterization.
• Contribute to establishment of lab workflows for protein reagent analysis.
• Contribute to efforts to explore the utility of novel methodologies in clinical assay development.
• Be open to learning about/applying mathematical models and bioinformatics to aid in quantification of results from biophysical characterization studies.

• Undergraduate (entering Junior year or above in the Fall of 2023) with 1-2 years of relevant lab experience in biochemistry, biophysics, or another science-related field.
• Strong understanding of biochemistry theory and experimental practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are required.
• Proactive at keeping current with literature and reading deeply about field of application.
• Ability to think outside the box and innovate.

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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