QC Associate Scientist, Analytical Trainer

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.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Quality Control team by providing training on bioanalytical testing CAR-T manufacturing at the Summit NJ site. This role will be responsible for providing new hires training that includes on-the-job method specific training, instructor-led training, and systems training. This role is a member of the S12 Quality Control team. The role will require significant collaboration across internal and external functions to ensure on-time training of personnel. Ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to balance multiple competing priorities, lead projects, and track deliverables to completion.

This position is for Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat shift.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of cGMP/Pharmaceutical regulations
• Advanced knowledge of QC Laboratory Functionality
• Advanced hands on knowledge of aseptic techniques
• Basic knowledge of Bioanalytical techniques, ELISA, qPCR, and FACS
• Capable of writing technically
• Capable of leading and working cross-functionally
• Proven experience working as a detailed oriented team player with effective planning, organization and execution skills
• Ability to work effectively at a fast pace with cross functional departments to finalize time-sensitive deliverables
• Has a customer service mindset to ensure all stakeholder needs are met
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient presentation delivery skills
• Technical writing capability
• Ability to solve routine and complex problems
• Ability to provide on-call support in case of emergent issues

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or Associate’s degree / high school diploma with additional work experience described below.
• Bachelor’s degree with 1 – 3 years relevant work experience required, preferably in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities for the Associate Scientist are to ensure the effective management of the training schedule for S12 specific departments and products from the on-boarding of new hires through their job specific training requirements.

Management Requirements:

• Support, maintain, engage, and empower a learning culture for trainees and for the Training and Learning Organization (TLO)
• Effectively manages the training schedule
• Maintain training laboratories including equipment, training materials

Technical Requirements

• Review all data in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements
• Apply technical knowledge and abilities to ensure all testing is performed in a compliant manner
• Become a Qualified Trainer
• Deliver Training effectively as per the approved training materials and methods or governing procedures
• Document training as per approved training materials
• Assist with the development of curricula and training materials
• Identify opportunities to improve training operations or laboratory process or setup
• Maintain control of training documents and assist with the proper filing within the training and learning team
• Continue to grow in cell biology and molecular biology techniques
• Cross train on other components, tasks, of the QC laboratory to become a trainer for those areas as well

WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

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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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