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The Scientist position is responsible for supporting routine testing of samples in Quality Control for the Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) CAR T Manufacturing facility located in Summit, NJ in accordance with BMS policies, standards, procedures and Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements. As the subject matter expert (SME) of the commercial methods, the Scientist will be responsible for working independently for QC lab method support, troubleshooting, and training.

Wednesday - Saturday, Onsite Day Shift, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Responsibilities:

Subject matter expert supporting method transfer/validation and routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples.

Perform review of testing data (e.g., data packets, final lot file, COA review).

Anticipate and perform complex troubleshooting and problem solving independently.

Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for multiple methods (general and complex) and/or products.

Own project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.

May represent the department in regulatory inspections (internal and external audits).

Train and mentor others on multiple QC test methods, processes, and procedures.

Cross trained on multiple complex analytical methods and/or multiple products.

Author and review/ revise technical documents such as test methods, SOPs, specifications, trend reports and/or sample plans as appropriate.

Knowledge & Skills:

Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret, and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.

Demonstrated technical writing skills. • High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.

Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs.

Advanced ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple projects.

Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.

Strong mentoring, coaching, influencing, negotiating and personnel interaction skills.

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. An equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment, to be considered.

6+ years of relevant analytical testing or QC experience.

Demonstrated experience in cell and molecular biology techniques (e.g., cell-based assays, flow cytometry, qPCR, ELISA, and aseptic technique).

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On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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