Co-Op - Discovery Immunology (Fall 2025)
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Princeton
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those
aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at
Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely
interesting work happens every day, in every department. From
optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell
therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and
the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and
thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside
high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther
than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the
importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We
offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs
that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their
goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more:
.Position SummaryWe at Bristol-Myers Squibb are seeking to hire a
highly motivated individual to join our Discovery Immunology team
located in Lawrenceville, NJ. The successful candidate would join a
group dedicated to developing novel therapeutics for the treatment
of multiple autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. In pursuit of
this goal, the candidate will utilize cutting-edge technology and
platforms to learn and apply multiple cellular, molecular, genetic,
and immunological techniques for target validation and
interrogation of unique biological pathways in immune, stromal, and
epithelial cell populations. In addition to these lab-based skills,
the candidate will have opportunities to work collaboratively
across therapeutic areas to broaden their understanding of drug
discovery and development. Broad expertise in cellular biology is
preferred for candidates with demonstrated experience in primary
human or murine immune cell systems. The candidate will contribute
meaningfully to the validation and progression of novel therapies
towards the pursuit of treating patients. Key Responsibilities
- Isolate and culture primary human and mouse immune cell subsets
and cell lines.
- Assess the function and phenotype of immune cells using
molecular techniques (Nucleic Acid Isolation, PCR, ELISA, Western
Blot, CRISPR/Cas9, and qPCR), in vitro co-culture assays, and
multiparameter flow cytometry.
- Develop cell-based assays for characterization of large and
small molecule compounds with relevant biological readouts
(multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, protein degradation).
- Investigate novel target biology in primary epithelial and
stromal cell populations.
- Analyze, compile, and present results when necessary to the
appropriate forums.
- Maintain an electronic record of all experiments and resulting
data.Qualifications & Experience
- Completed 2+ years of a relevant life science undergraduate
degree or be enrolled in a relevant Master's degree program.
- Prior relevant research experience required, preferably in
mammalian tissue culture. Must be willing to work with human and
mouse primary tissues.
- A general practical or theoretical understanding of immunology
is preferred.
- Possess a high level of critical thinking, independence, a
strong desire to learn new techniques, and the ability to work in a
highly dynamic research organization.
- Able to commit to continuous full-time employment from July -
December.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills. If you come
across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with
your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one
step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single
vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through
science--- , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that
goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our
individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture,
promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of
passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and
integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our
colleagues.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. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with
disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process,
reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support
in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace
accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you
require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this
application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your
inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment
Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the
well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a
result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully
vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest
and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If
you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for
this position, please visit this page for important additional
information: Any data processed in connection with role
applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data
privacy policies and regulations.
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