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O ur Analytical Strategy and Operations team creates transformative medicines of tomorrow based on the cutting - edge science of today. Working within Global Product Development and Supply this team uses state - of - the art technologies to develop, enable and e xecute analytical and CMC strategies that ensure safety, quality and efficacy of life - saving medicines administered to patients in clinical studies. Our team is involved at the earliest stages of Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical product development th rough the successful commercial launch. As a member of our team, you will get the chance to play a pivotal role to positively impact patients' lives while developing professionally to achieve your own career goals.
Position Summary:
The successful candidate will be part of the Analytical Regulated Testing GMP team at BMS New Jersey within Analytical Strategy & Operations. The scientist performs analytical method validation and cGMP activities and provides oversight and strategy to support clinical and commercial development for small molecule New Chemical entities and Investigational Medicinal Products.
Role & Responsibilities:
Follows GMP/GLP guidelines in the acquisition and/or review of data related to method validation and/or testing of release, stability and development materials. May be assigned to guide others in these activities.
Applies a phase appropriate approach to GMP in laboratory work and documentation.
May be responsible for coordination of method transfers, testing, management of and acceptance of data acquired by contract laboratories & service providers.
Operates within and maintains the laboratory in an 'audit ready' status.
Participates in audits and inspections.
May contribute to the establishment and implementation of proper corrective actions for findings.
Prepares, and may approve, reports for methods, validation, and technology transfer.
Prepares and/or reviews operational procedures, testing protocols/reports and training materials.
Practice and assist in implementation of best practices associated with laboratory Quality Systems including training, procedures, instrumentation management, and data and records
management.
May prepare and/or approves plans and tools for continuous improvement of quality and compliance.
Identify deviations to quality systems or limits/specifications, and ensures they are addressed in a timely manner.
Lead and participates in investigations, including the preparation and implementation of corrective actions (CAPAs).
May prepare responses to questions from regulatory agencies related to an analytical data and procedures.
Effective collaboration and communication with the CMC sub teams to ensure all API and drug product release testing, stability testing and filing requirements meet associated clinical timelines.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy or related field with 7+ years relevant industrial experience or equivalent, or Master's degree and 4-6 years of experience, or PhD and 2-4 years of experience
Demonstrated knowledge of the IND and NDA validation and troubleshooting of chromatographic separation methods used to analyze API and drug product.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with capability of interfacing with and influencing multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience with regulatory submissions and interaction with regulatory agency inspectors.
Demonstrate a strong knowledge of cGMP compliance, regulatory agency requirements and ICH compliance.
Competencies:
Demonstrates ability to prioritize project responsibilities to meet competing requirements.
Ability to adapt to change, manage multiple projects effectively meeting timelines.
Able to influence teams and seek opportunities to develop new and different ways to resolve project challenges.
Able to identify opportunities and implement solutions to improve efficiency, productivity and quality/compliance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with key partners both internally and externally.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $109,270 - $ 132,400, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).
The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. 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 our BMS Career Site (http://careers.bms.com/) .
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 health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.
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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 a supportive culture, promoting global participation 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
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy @type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1592940
Updated: 2025-06-22 02:14:01.957 UTC
Location: Summit West-NJ
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
