Associate Scientist, Packaging

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Position Summary:

This position plays a key role in package development as a member of cross-functional development programs supporting projects from clinical product development through commercialization.  This includes the development of user needs and requirements, translating these to product requirements, the development and selection of technologies and concepts to meet the needs.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Effectively apply knowledge of material science and engineering to guide material selection to ensure that final product would meet design intent.
• Identify and develop innovative technologies to meet these user needs through an effective balance of internal vs. external development activities.
• Ensure that all development activities are executed in alignment with the elements of design controls. 
• Support Regulatory filing activities.
• Provide technical expertise to partner with R&D Marketing, Manufacturing sites, designers and vendors to transfer new product components or package changes for US and export market launches.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to provide technical assessments and technical support for key component changes and investigations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on materials/processes for all packaging component development activities.
• Maintain an overview of state-of-the art technologies within drug delivery through understanding of technologies, clinical practice, regulatory environment, competitive and intellectual property landscape assessment.

Experience & Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Packaging Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field with 1 - 2 years relevant work experience
• MS Degree optional
• Experience preferably in the field of Pharmaceutical, Biotech, medical devices or related industry.
• Understanding of design control elements and past experience developing products under these guidelines.
• Knowledge of primary and secondary component materials/systems.
• Knowledge of packaging equipment/processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.

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Compensation Overview:

New Brunswick - NJ - US: $81,120 - $98,303

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, su