Bristol Myers Squibb · 22 hours ago
Principal Scientist, Translational Research - CAR T Safety Testing & Reporting
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$152K/yr - $185K/yr
4+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a company focused on transforming the lives of patients through innovative therapies. They are seeking a Principal Scientist in Translational Research to lead safety testing for CAR T products, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory guidelines while collaborating with various stakeholders.
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
Preferred
Ph.D. with 7+ years of combined postdoc training, clinical research, and industry or biotech experience, with expertise in immunology, molecular/cell biology, virology, and/or cell therapy research
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and scientific writing skills, with proven ability to work collaboratively and adaptively in a highly matrixed environment and under tight timelines
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 and developing translational strategies
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).
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)
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
Unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$29.32BKey Investors
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2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $5.74B
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2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
Leadership Team
Charles Bancroft
CFO
Cristian Massacesi
Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development
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