Bristol Myers Squibb: Scientist – Product Sciences, Cell Therapy

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.

Cell Therapy is one of the most groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today.

With therapies only in their infancy and BMS’s continued investment in our Cell Therapy capabilities, the growth potential of this science, your career, and the ability to help patients are incredible.

The Product Sciences department is seeking a Scientist to support the development of gene engineered T cell products.

Product Sciences is responsible for developing and executing mechanism of action and characterization studies to support the development of gene-engineered T cell therapies.

The primary focus of the Scientist role will be to build CAR/TCR T cell product and process understanding in support of early and late stage CAR T with a particular focus on exploratory/investigational needs for late-stage programs.

Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in human T cell biology and/or other immune cell types.

Experience with implementation and optimization of a broad range of in vitro cell-based and molecular assays is critical (especially multi-color flow cytometry and cell culture).

This role is highly collaborative and requires attention to detail, a healthy sense of urgency, a strong desire to learn, and a passion for exploratory and investigational science.

Furthermore, a demonstrated ability to support cross-functional teams and independently design and execute studies to meet project goals is highly desirable.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead immunological characterization of clinical trial CAR-T product and present findings to external stakeholdersDesign and deploy in-depth characterization of gene-engineered T cells using flow cytometry, genome-wide expression analysis, metabolic profiling, and additional cutting-edge analytical techniques.

Identification, prioritization, and resourcing of these novel analytical across multiple internal teams.Participate in cross-functional teams to support the development of gene-engineered T cell therapeutics at various phases of developmentParticipate in regulatory filings as needed Education:Scientist Level: BS and 10+ years/ MS and 8+ years/ PhD and 0-2+ years in Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Bioengineering, or relevant discipline QualificationsExpertise in human immunologyDemonstrated attention to project management and cross-functional teamworkExperience authoring regulatory documents, including IND and BLA filings.Proven ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work on multiple projects.Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated expertise with multi-parameter flow cytometry and gene expression platforms Preferred QualificationsExpertise in human T cell biology and in vitro characterization of T cell differentiation and function.Demonstrated independence in experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and presentation.Demonstrated experience in leadership roles providing scientific mentorship.Experience with data visualization software and/or coding-based data analysis (R, Python, JMP, etc.)Track record of successful internal and external scientific collaborations.

If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team.

Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients’ lives through science.

From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine.

Join us today.

BMSCART Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases.

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