Senior Associate Scientist, Gene Delivery and Editing Process Development

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Summary Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven individual to join the Gene Delivery and Editing Process Development team within the Cell Therapy Development organization. The Gene Delivery and Editing Process Development team develops the processes and technologies underpinning critical raw materials used in the manufacturing of engineered T cells. The primary focus of this Associate Scientist will be to support process development, production, and characterization of early and late-stage viral vectors (lentiviral vectors and/or adeno-associated viruses). This position will be providing technical subject matter expertise with internal and/or external development and manufacturing collaborators for activities including tech transfer, process characterization, and pre-clinical or clinical process lifecycle management.

Perform hands-on experimental work in the early-phase development and optimization of primarily upstream (mammalian cell culture, stirred tank bioreactors, and transient transfection) unit operations for viral vector production. Experience in downstream (clarification, AEX chromatography, Tangential Flow Filtration) viral vector production is a bonus. Support process and technology development for viral vector manufacturing platforms Support late-phase development activities including process characterization Design, plan, execute, and analyze lab experiments using statistical design of experiment (DOE) principles Maintain proper documentation of experimental results using an electronic lab notebook Summarize and present scientific data; communicate progress to project teams Author technical documents including protocols and internal development reports   Follow lab safety rules and practices Qualifications & Experience B.S. with 5+ years or M.S. with 2+ years of hands-on upstream experience (downstream is a plus) Ability to design experiments with design of experiment (DOE) approaches, perform experiments, and interpret the results using statistical software (ex. JMP) Independently motivated with ability to multi-task, problem-solve, train team members on lab operations, and coordinate activities within a team Desire and drive to learn the biological mechanism of cell and gene therapy products and passion for their impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing Embrace BMS shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity. We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Overview: Seattle - WA: $88,430 - $107,151
 The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

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