Scientist, Potency, Cell Therapy Analytical Development

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Title: Scientist, Potency, Cell Therapy Analytical Development
Location: Seattle, WA

Cell Therapyis 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 Potency Group at BMS is seeking aScientistwithin the Cell Therapy Analytical Development Organization to lead potency assay development and functional characterization for cell therapy products. This position involves developing state-of-the-art potency assays to support the company's portfolio of preclinical and clinical-stage cell therapies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cell biology, preferably T cell biology, and expertise in designing and developing functional assays. This role requires close collaboration with potency team members to ensure the development of high-quality functional assays.

Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for developing potency assays for both early- and late-stage development programs, as well as creating fit-for-purpose biological characterization assays. Additionally, responsible for training and transferring these assays to internal and external QC labs.
Contributes to the formulation of sound scientific strategies to ensure regulatory acceptance of biological assays in clinical development.
Accountable for the generation, documentation, and analysis of experimental results.
Oversees experimental design, execution, data review and analysis, document writing, and contributions to regulatory submissions.
Ensures timely communication of data, draws appropriate conclusions, and designs subsequent steps.
Participates in project and program team meetings to present data and provide updates.
Collaborates with stakeholders in partner organizations on technical and strategic activities.
Develops engineered cell lines to support assay development.

Qualifications & Experience:
PhD in immunology, cell biology, or a related discipline (or MS with relevant experience). Post-doctoral and/or analytical assay development experience is highly desirable, preferably within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
In-depth understanding of cell biology, with a preference for expertise in T cell activation and suppression.
Technical experience in developing cell-based assays.
Knowledge of cGxP requirements is preferred.
Proven history of applying rigorous scientific principles to achieve technical accomplishments.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated track record of scientific accomplishments and publications

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The starting compensation for this job is a range from $97,000 - $121,000, plus incentive cash andstock opportunities(based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.

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Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following:Medical, pharmacy,dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs(EAP). Financialwell-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance,supplemental healthinsurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optionalholidays, GlobalShutdown days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement,fertility/infertilitybenefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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