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Key Responsibilities

• The candidate will work in the cellular phenotype group to support development, validation, and transfer of flow cytometry based analytical methods. 
• Perform hands-on experimental work for development of flow cytometry analytical methods
• Execute flow cytometry panels for detecting low level marker expression (ex. knockouts, knockdown)
• Support execution of phase appropriate validation and method transfer experiments  designed to measure parameters such as precision, LLOQ, LOD, detection range, and repeatability
• Support routine critical reagent qualification for method development, phase appropriate validations, and transfers
• Support method optimization and robustness assays to test method reliability and performance
• Support cell culturing and cell banking efforts
• Support life cycle management activities
• Maintain and organize LN2 storage space as needed
• Maintain proper documentation of experimental results using an electronic lab notebook
• Summarize, verify, and present scientific data; communicate progress to project teams
• Author technical documents including protocols, development reports, and PAV/transfer reports  
• Follow lab safety rules and practices

Qualifications & Experience

• B.S. with 4+ years or M.S. with 2+ years of hands-on experience in flow cytometry method development, validation, sample testing, and data analysis. Prior industry experience preferred.
• 3+ years experience in cell therapy drug product characterization including both allogeneic and autologous programs strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of method validation guidelines, and GxP laboratory procedures.
• Previous experience in an analytical development or QC laboratory strongly preferred
• Proficiency in acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of flow cytometry data (Experience with BD FACSLyric, FACSuite, FlowJo, FCS Express preferred).
• Experience in executing method validation experiments
• Able to independently perform flow cytometry panel design
• Ability to design and perform experiments, and interpret the results using statistical software (ex. JMP/Excel)
• 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.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview:

Seattle - WA: $82,750 - $100,271

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

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