Principal Scientist, Impurity Center of Excellence
Company: Bristol Myers Squibb
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: June 25, 2022
Job Description:
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.Bristol Myers Squibb is
recruiting for a Principal Scientist that is a key leadership
position responsible for method development and characterization in
biologics impurity center of excellence. The Impurity Center of
Excellence is accountable for establishing analytical control
strategy of biologics process related impurities including
development of phase-appropriate analytical methods for drug
candidates in Bristol Myers Squibb portfolio spanning early- and
late-stage clinical programs through commercialization. This
position reports to the head of Impurity CoE and serves as a key
member in the CoE leadership team.The Principal Scientist will
assist in formulating analytical strategy and decisions for the
implementation of robust analytical techniques for the measurement
and/or identification of impurities in biologic products. The
Principal Scientist will be responsible for method development; the
methods will be designed, developed, and optimized to identify, and
quantitate residual process impurities in drug substance, including
Host Cell Proteins.The Principal Scientist is expected have a
demonstrated history of technical accomplishments, scientific
critical thinking, and interpersonal and communication skills, both
written and oral. The Principal Scientist will provide guidance to
the direct reports (scientists) and other scientists in the CoE for
method development and analytical control strategy and is expected
to author and review scientific documents.Bristol Myers Squibb has
a strong biologics portfolio of innovative therapeutics that
includes approved biologic medicines and clinical assets in diverse
compound modalities including bispecific, antibody, fusion protein,
antibody-drug conjugate, and fixed dose combination regimes. The
Principal Scientist will be working on multiple early-, mid-, and
late-phase biologic compounds across various therapeutic
modalities, and actively partner with various development &
commercialization groups.Qualifications
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, analytical
chemistry, or a related discipline with 5-10 years of relevant
experience in bio/pharmaceutical industry or M.S. with a minimum of
10-15 years of experience.
- Proficient with a variety of analytical techniques, such as
LC-MS of host cell proteins or therapeutic proteins, immunoassays
(ELISA), quantitative PCR (qPCR, ddPCR), HPLC, electrophoresis and
related techniques.
- Working knowledge and hands on experience in developing robust
analytical methods.
- Be able to work in a team environment, operate independently in
alignment with departmental strategy, foster collaborations, and
drive project and team deliverables.Bristol Myers Squibb is a
global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover,
develop, and deliver innovative medicines that help patients
prevail over serious diseases. One shared journey is moving us
forward at Bristol Myers Squibb. Around the world, we are
passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with
serious disease. We are empowered to apply our individual talents
and ideas so that we can learn and grow together. We are driven to
make a difference, from innovative research to hands-on community
support. 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.Around the world, we are passionate
about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious
diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse
perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion,
innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring
out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.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.Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in
the field is an essential job function of this role which the
Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity,
employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company
culture.To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients
and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees
and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on
an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable
accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located
in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already
received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by
their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of
employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law
restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in
certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also
subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives
in the U.S.Our company is committed to ensuring that people with
disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process,
reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their
roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to
accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in
completing this application or if you are applying to a role based
in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to
receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely
held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment
process, please direct your inquiries to
adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility
to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.Any
data processed in connection with role applications will be treated
in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and
regulations.
Keywords: Bristol Myers Squibb, New Brunswick , Principal Scientist, Impurity Center of Excellence, Other , New Brunswick, New Jersey
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