Bristol Myers Squibb · 1 month ago
Principal Scientist, Translational Research - CAR T Safety Testing & Reporting
Seattle 400 Dexter - WA - US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $185K/yr
4+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming patients' lives through science. They are seeking a Principal Scientist to lead safety testing and reporting for CAR T products, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and optimizing testing strategies. The role involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive innovative therapies in the field of cell therapy.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Execute cell therapy safety testing across assets in alignment with translational strategy, clinical development plan, and medical affair objectives
Communicate testing strategy, cumulated data, and milestones to cross-functional stakeholders, and engage with technical, scientific, medical/clinical, patient safety, and operational experts to align, revise, and incorporate testing plans
Track details associated with patient safety events on sample collection and testing for clinical and commercial settings to ensure timely testing and data delivery
Streamline testing processes and optimize assay services across; drive process improvement with cross-functional dialogue and operational engagement
Critically review, analyze, and interpret, safety test data, lead communication and reporting go internal and external stakeholders in clinical and commercial settings
Participate in reporting safety testing data in regulatory documents and contribute to responses to inquiries from health authorities and health care professionals
Build partnerships in a matrix environment, influence project strategies, and provide expertise in data analysis, reporting and interpretation
Must be able to set and understand priorities in a fast-paced matrixed environment, must be a team player with a collaborative spirit and work style, and capable of building and maintaining networks within and outside the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree + 8+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Master's Degree + 6+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in Life Sciences + 4+ of academic and / or industry experience
Deep expertise in immunology, molecular/cell biology, virology, and/or cell therapy research
Ability to execute cell therapy safety testing across assets in alignment with translational strategy, clinical development plan, and medical affair objectives
Ability to communicate testing strategy, cumulated data, and milestones to cross-functional stakeholders
Ability to track details associated with patient safety events on sample collection and testing for clinical and commercial settings
Ability to streamline testing processes and optimize assay services
Ability to critically review, analyze, and interpret safety test data
Ability to build partnerships in a matrix environment and influence project strategies
Ability to set and understand priorities in a fast-paced matrixed environment
Team player with a collaborative spirit and work style
Preferred
Ph.D. with 7+ years of combined postdoc training, clinical research, and industry or biotech experience
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and scientific writing skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and scientific driven, with meticulous attention to data tracking and data management
Solid understanding of regulatory framework and requirements, including experience in drafting and reviewing regulatory documents
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with internal and cross-functional stakeholders
CRO experience and knowledge of CLIA/GCLP practices are a plus
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Paid Time Off: US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Paid Time Off: Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
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