Senior Scientist, MS&T Pharma Drug Product Commercial

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Position Summary:

The Senior Scientist within the Biologics Development is expected to have a higher-level understanding of cell culture, instrumentation and-process development either through direct experience or education level. The Upstream group’s purpose is the development and optimization of upstream processes for production of biologics at different
clinical stages.  The Sr Scientist will work closely with colleagues in upstream, downstream, and analytical development as well as other matrix organizations to deliver robust, scalable and economical processes for clinical and commercial supply.

Responsibilities

• Advancement to Senior Scientist based on level of mastery and experience in laboratory  operations, scientific/engineering  accomplishment and level of self-reliance within position,

• Capability to conceptualize and lead bench- scale experiments using bioreactor, high- throughput, or shake flask cell culture systems to improve cell culture processes,

• Organize or lead experiments developing processes for BMS molecules,

•  Clearly interpret, organize, and present findings from the above experiments to
  functional and cross-functional leadership, 

• Work effectively as part of a process  development team

• Be able to work independently when needed  to accomplish overall project goals,

• Write and review internal technical documents, such as development reports or
  technology transfer protocols, 

• Demonstrate potential for growth into a technical leader both internally as well as in
  the scientific community,

• Review the peer-reviewed scientific literature and make recommendations for new
  technologies or areas of investigation,

• Contribute to the scientific community through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and webinars.

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences,  Biological or Chemical Sciences/Engineering  or related disciplines.

• Masters is preferred

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in a professional industry setting or multiple years of experience in an academic laboratory setting

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Compensation Overview:

New Brunswick - NJ - US: $112,840 - $136,733

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. 

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental hea