Hands on development of fit-for-purpose cell therapy-specific methods to support in-process development and early-stage initiatives (flow cytometry, functional cell-based assays and molecular measures) Work with key stakeholders within the organization to identify bottlenecks across most analytical methods used to support vector and drug product development initiatives Partner with analytical development subject matter experts to rapidly identify, develop, and deploy analytical technologies within the development organization Continuously reassess and re-develop (if needed) analytical technologies as new cell therapy programs are moved into development Present and provide updates to stakeholders and senior leadership on technology development solutions Collaborate cross-functionally with department peers, research, process development and CMC for solution(s) endorsement and implementation Hands on development of fit-for-purpose cell therapy-specific methods to support in-process development and early-stage initiatives (flow cytometry, functional cell-based assays and molecular measures) Work with key stakeholders within the organization to identify bottlenecks across most analytical methods used to support vector and drug product development initiatives Partner with analytical development subject matter experts to rapidly identify, develop, and deploy analytical technologies within the development organization Continuously reassess and re-develop (if needed) analytical technologies as new cell therapy programs are moved into development Present and provide updates to stakeholders and senior leadership on technology development solutions Collaborate cross-functionally with department peers, research, process development and CMC for solution(s) endorsement and implementation Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of relevant biotech or pharmaceutical experience or Bachelors degree and 15+ years of experience Profound understanding of cell therapy-specific methods used to interrogate genotype, phenotype and function of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products is required Experience implementing automation and high throughput analytical solutions to support large volume testing is required Hands-on experience characterizing non-viral gene delivery platform is desired Previous experience either directly, or through a matrixed role, leading high performing scientists is desired Motivation and drive to acquire new skills and knowledge At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of relevant biotech or pharmaceutical experience or Bachelors degree and 15+ years of experience Profound understanding of cell therapy-specific methods used to interrogate genotype, phenotype and function of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products is required Experience implementing automation and high throughput analytical solutions to support large volume testing is required Hands-on experience characterizing non-viral gene delivery platform is desired Previous experience either directly, or through a matrixed role, leading high performing scientists is desired Motivation and drive to acquire new skills and knowledge Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills
