Senior Research Associate Drug Discovery

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At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

The new Bristol-Myers Squibb research site in Cambridge Crossing will help us continue to deliver on our mission, positioning the company and our scientists in the heart of a vibrant ecosystem of world-class science, innovation, and business opportunities.

The Senior Research Assocaite in Biology will join the Cancer Drug Discovery Team within the Mechanism of Cancer Resistance site at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Cambridge, MA and will support the preclinical drug discovery and development for early-stage therapeutic targets.

The qualified candidate is a highly motivated, interactive, and creative individual that possesses the ability to work within a highly matrixed environment to advance preclinical drug development programs from target identification/validation through IND enabling activities. The candidate will be primarily lab-based and responsible for the design and execution of experiments, communicate findings, and collaborate with colleagues across multidisciplinary teams to drive drug discovery.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

  • 4+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

• Master’s Degree

  • 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong scientific knowledge and research experience in cellular biology is required. Experience in cancer signaling pathways research and/or preclinical small molecule drug development is a plus.

• Hands on experience with a wide range of in-vitro cellular assays including cell culture, cell line engineering (CRISPR, shRNA, overexpression), western blotting, immunoprecipitation, qPCR alphaLISA, MSD, reporter assays, and high throughput assay development (384-well). Experience in high content imaging is a plus, but not necessary.

• Demonstrated independence in experimental design, execution, data analysis and troubleshooting is required.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and communicate clearly with team members is required.

• Attention to detail with excellent organizational and record keeping skills is a requirement.

• Proficiency in utilizing software such as Graph Pad, Microsoft office etc.

• This position is located in Cambridge, MA. There will be less than 10% travel.

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.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement,