Bristol Myers Squibb · 5 hours ago
Associate Director, CAR-T Process Engineering, Systems and Technology Support
Devens - MA - US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$186K/yr - $225K/yr
12+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is reimagining the future of cell therapy. The Associate Director leads a team that supports clinical and commercial cell therapy manufacturing, focusing on process monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of operations.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Leads a team of process subject matter experts that support clinical and commercial cell therapy manufacturing operations
Provides on call, 24/7 manufacturing support for clinical and commercial production for run the business and continuous improvements or roll out of required system and process updates in alignment with the network
Establishes and maintains the site’s process monitoring program. Collaborates with other sites and global teams on the continued process verification program and brand APQR
Identify, prioritize and drive continuous improvements that reduce safety risks, operational costs, lead times, scrap, and discrepancy rates across all aspects of production. Promote problem identification and the creation of meaningful solutions through a culture of proactive problem prevention
Reviews and approves manufacturing batch records and procedures
Reviews and approves process investigations and change controls
Engage and align CMC lifecycle strategy and execution with stakeholders
Influence and review technical content within the CMC sections of regulatory filings
Build and cultivate for the team and site a culture of maintaining a constant state of inspectional readiness
Function as a primary contact for internal and Health Authority audits and driving audit observation corrective actions to closure
Serve as MS&T representative on cross-functional and multi-site teams
Build and maintain effective collaborative relationships across the site and network, influencing site and network product/process life cycle programs
Be an active and visible change agent, promoting flexible and open mindsets to new opportunities. Exercise sound judgment and flexibility while adapting to rapidly changing priorities, challenging situations, and deadlines needed to meet business objectives
Coach and mentor team members thereby enabling their development and career growth
Establish and track departmental performance metrics
Qualification
Required
12+ years relevant experience in cGMP environment for Biologics/CMC/Vaccines
4+ years managing direct reports with varying levels of experience
Ability to prioritize and provide clear direction to team members in a highly dynamic environment
Proficient in cGMP's and multi-national biopharmaceutical/cell therapy regulations
Experience with internal and health authority audits
Excellent verbal/written communication skills and ability to influence at all levels
Ability to think strategically and to translate strategy into actions
BS in Engineering or Biotechnology related field
Preferred
Subject Matter Expert in cell therapy and/or sterile manufacturing processes, with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues and provide technical support
Experience with Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing is highly desired with experience leading process technology transfer and validation is a plus
This position may require flexibility to travel up to 10 % of time
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
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$29.32BKey Investors
Venrock
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $5.74B
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $13B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Charles Bancroft
CFO
Cristian Massacesi
Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development
Recent News
2026-01-23
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