Scientist, Analytical Science and Technology (ASAT), Cell Therapy
Bristol Myers Squibb
6 days ago
On-site
Seattle, WA
Clinical Research and Development
Position Summary
The Scientist role is a technical expert supporting the Cellular Therapy product portfolio. Designs and conducts experiments at the laboratory bench; analyzes and interprets data in bioassay, flow cytometry, and/or molecular biology; performs hands-on laboratory experiments supporting QC analytical methods.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Provide bioassay, flow cytometry, and/or molecular biology analytical expertise for QC lab investigations; support root-cause analysis and CAPA, including method remediations and bench studies.
- Independently execute experiments per protocols/objectives; contribute to data analysis/documentation; collaborate cross-functionally.
- Contribute to development/optimization of laboratory methods and protocols.
- Present findings/progress updates; support internal technical reports/presentations.
- Support transfer of commercial methods and method validation to global regulatory requirements.
- Steward bioassay/flow/molecular methods in Cell Therapy Quality; implement method lifecycle/maintenance.
- Author/revise/review test methods, SOPs, trend reports, and investigation reports.
- May lead project/CAPA/deviation/investigation work and continuous improvement.
- May support analytical sections of regulatory submissions and act as method validation/transfer expert during inspections.
- May partner on development/qualification studies, reagent selection/characterization, and method optimization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific discipline (required); advanced degree preferred.
- 6+ years relevant analytical experience (preferably GMP, cellular therapy, or gene therapy).
- Expertise in bioassay (potency/reporter/cell counting), flow cytometry (platforms, standardization, multiparameter, antibody titration), and molecular biology (lentiviral/AAV and gene delivery-related methods).
- Hands-on lab experience; method lifecycle experience (transfer/validation/maintenance) and training.
- cGMP Quality Control experience.
- Knowledge of FDA/EMA/ICH/USP/EP guidelines for quality control of viral vectors/cell therapies/vaccines/biologics.
- Strong time management, initiative, flexibility (independent + team work).
- Strong technical writing and effective cross-functional communication.
- Ability to travel to other BMS/partner sites.
Benefits (as listed)
- Health coverage (medical, pharmacy, dental, vision); wellbeing programs; financial protection (401(k), disability, life insurance, etc.).
- Paid time off (flexible time off for US exempt employees; vacation/holidays for Phoenix/Puerto Rico/Rayzebio exempt/non-exempt/hourly) and additional leave benefits based on eligibility.
Application instructions
If the role doesn’t perfectly match your resume, BMS encourages you to apply anyway.
The Scientist role is a technical expert supporting the Cellular Therapy product portfolio. Designs and conducts experiments at the laboratory bench; analyzes and interprets data in bioassay, flow cytometry, and/or molecular biology; performs hands-on laboratory experiments supporting QC analytical methods.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Provide bioassay, flow cytometry, and/or molecular biology analytical expertise for QC lab investigations; support root-cause analysis and CAPA, including method remediations and bench studies.
- Independently execute experiments per protocols/objectives; contribute to data analysis/documentation; collaborate cross-functionally.
- Contribute to development/optimization of laboratory methods and protocols.
- Present findings/progress updates; support internal technical reports/presentations.
- Support transfer of commercial methods and method validation to global regulatory requirements.
- Steward bioassay/flow/molecular methods in Cell Therapy Quality; implement method lifecycle/maintenance.
- Author/revise/review test methods, SOPs, trend reports, and investigation reports.
- May lead project/CAPA/deviation/investigation work and continuous improvement.
- May support analytical sections of regulatory submissions and act as method validation/transfer expert during inspections.
- May partner on development/qualification studies, reagent selection/characterization, and method optimization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific discipline (required); advanced degree preferred.
- 6+ years relevant analytical experience (preferably GMP, cellular therapy, or gene therapy).
- Expertise in bioassay (potency/reporter/cell counting), flow cytometry (platforms, standardization, multiparameter, antibody titration), and molecular biology (lentiviral/AAV and gene delivery-related methods).
- Hands-on lab experience; method lifecycle experience (transfer/validation/maintenance) and training.
- cGMP Quality Control experience.
- Knowledge of FDA/EMA/ICH/USP/EP guidelines for quality control of viral vectors/cell therapies/vaccines/biologics.
- Strong time management, initiative, flexibility (independent + team work).
- Strong technical writing and effective cross-functional communication.
- Ability to travel to other BMS/partner sites.
Benefits (as listed)
- Health coverage (medical, pharmacy, dental, vision); wellbeing programs; financial protection (401(k), disability, life insurance, etc.).
- Paid time off (flexible time off for US exempt employees; vacation/holidays for Phoenix/Puerto Rico/Rayzebio exempt/non-exempt/hourly) and additional leave benefits based on eligibility.
Application instructions
If the role doesn’t perfectly match your resume, BMS encourages you to apply anyway.