Senior Scientist - Biophysical Characterization
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: .The
Material Science, Lab Planning and Execution (MS-LPE) group is part
of the Translational Science and Diagnostics (TS/Dx) team. TS/Dx
leads internal and external diagnostic research & development
activities to support multiple disease areas of interest including
hematological malignancies , inflammatory disease programs,
neuroscience, cardiovascular, fibrosis, and solid tumor
indications. The TS&Dx group integrates scientific and business
insights of multiple functions to provide innovative solutions that
will make precision medicine a reality for the patients and health
care providers we serve. Position Summary: The primary purpose of
this position is to lead and conduct laboratory experiments for the
biophysical characterization of protein reagents for use across
multiple technology platforms, including but not limited to: Flow
cytometry, IHC, and immunoassays. In this role the individual will
be responsible for collaborating and communicating across the
organization to assure on-time delivery of high-quality
characterized materials. Position Responsibilities:
- Works independently with limited supervision to design,
execute, and analyze laboratory experiments to assess the
biophysical/binding properties of antibody and non-antibody protein
reagents using BLI, SPR, and other technologies.
- Works independently with limited supervision to design and
execute method development experiments for immunoassays.
- Works independently with limited supervision to interpret
results, plan next steps, compile final data summaries, and present
results to stakeholders.
- May lead projects and provide oversight of experimental design
and data review for junior staff members.
- May lead scientific collaborations and/or contracted research
as needed.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand project
needs and relay information back to the group.
- May serve as a technical point of contact within the
group.
- May lead innovation projects related to the biophysical
characterization of protein reagents.
- Troubleshoots assay problems and instrument malfunctions.
- Maintains required training per BMS standard operating
procedures.
- Maintains and completes notebooks and other documentation as
per departmental guidelines.
- Achieves objectives in a manner consistent with the BMS
Behaviors
- May lead or contribute to writing and presentation of findings
in the form of posters, publications, and oral presentations
(internal and external)Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years of academic and / or industry experienceOr
- Master's Degree
- 5+ years of academic and / or industry experienceOr
- Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
- 2+ of academic and / or industry experience Preferred
Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of BLI or SPR
- Thorough knowledge in the development and validation of
regulated pharmacokinetic, immunogenicity, and biomarker
immunoassays.
- Experience with antibody and non-antibody protein
generation.
- Thorough knowledge of the drug discovery and development
process.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the
ability to independently interpret and deliver results.
- Ability to effectively work across levels and functions with
both internal and external stakeholders."
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Experience overseeing junior colleagues. 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
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