Scientist, Analytical Operations

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Position Summary:

As a Scientist, Analytical Testing within Cell Therapy Analytical Development, this energetic, collaborative and motivate individual will lead a small team responsible for analytical testing in support of early and late-stage drug product development with an emphasis on flow-based methods. The ideal individual will have foundational knowledge of flow cytometry including assay development, execution, troubleshooting and instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a small team of scientists responsible for the execution, analyses and data review of assays used to support drug product development
• Act as a flow cytometry subject matter expert for the Analytical Testing Team
• Run routine assays as needed
• Manage teams workload and time commitment to ensure efficient data turn around
• Continuously improve on group workflows to drive operational excellence
• Interpret and present data to key program stakeholders
• Ensure team is up to date on data entries and training
• Reinforce safe workplace practices in accordance with company and OSHA policies/procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Ph.D. or extensive experience (5+years) in Immunology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Fundamental knowledge of flow cytometry panel design, compensation matrices, and analyses is required. Including experience with FlowJo and working knowledge of flow cytometry instrumentation.
• Previous management experience of direct reports or matrix teams. Demonstrated track record of experience leading teams to achieve objectives in industrial and/or academic settings.
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a self-driven, fast-paced team environment and prioritize work from multiple projects within a flexible work schedule.
• Detail-oriented with scientific technical writing and presentation skills.
• Experience with BD FACSymphony, Canto, Lyric, and Beckman Coulters CytoFlex platform is highly desirable.
• Experience with ELN systems is preferred.
• Motivation and drive to acquire new skills and knowledge.
• Willingness to work in a regulated industrial environment.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $97,000 - $121,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the geographic location where work is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers Site. Eligibility for specific benefits listed therein may vary based on job and location.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Years holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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On-site Protocol

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