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Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
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At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.
BMS Cell Therapy Manufacturing is seeking a Lead Associate, Clinical Cell Therapy Manufacturing that bring enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, scientific rigor, and a desire to help drive novel programs. The candidate must be goal-oriented, flexible, and able to work efficiently with safety and quality in mind. We are searching for enthusiastic, and innovative individuals with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices to support start up activities, and routine manufacturing operations for Cell Therapy. This role is key to start up of Clinical Trials at Devens in a multi-product Cell Therapy Facility.
Shifts Available:
M-F, standard working hours (there will need to be flexibility and this could be subject to change in the future)
Responsibilities:
Execute operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records.
Demonstrates strong practical and theoretical knowledge in their work
Completes documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
Solves complex problems; takes new perspectives using existing solutions
Performs tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
Completing training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
Sets up manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures. Perform facility and equipment commissioning activities.
Collaborates with support groups on recommendations and solving technical problems.
Help to ensure the shift works effectively in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete all production tasks required by shift schedule.
Collaborates closely with Shift Managers to ensure seamless pass down and communication of operational status.
Supports investigations
Identifies innovative solutions
Supports writing manufacturing operating procedures that are technically sound, promote effective and efficient operations, and comply with cGMP requirements
Training others on SOPs, Work Instructions to successfully complete manufacturing operations.
Working with production planning with leadership to execute daily unit operations schedule that includes people, product, and material flow across multiple shifts.
Work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing; maintain manufacturing environmental conditions (Non-Viable Particulate(s) and Viable microbial levels per controlled area classification specifications) by performing area disinfection regiment as required to meet global Health Authority requirements.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing.
Must have the ability to work assigned shift (Day, Night, Weekends and/or Holidays).
Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing
Must be comfortable being exposed to human blood components.
Must be able to be in close proximity to strong magnets.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in cell therapy manufacturing, including Cell washing processes and automated equipment. Cell separation techniques and automated equipment. Cryopreservation processes and equipment.
Experience in the following preferred: Aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets, universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas.
Cell expansion using incubators and single use bioreactors.
Basic Requirements:
4+ years of experience in cGMP bioprocessing manufacturing, cell therapy manufacturing or relevant experience
Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
Physical Demands:
Stand and Walk - Required to stand/walk while operating manufacturing/computer equipment for several hours at a time, throughout the day.
Carrying weight, Pushing, Pulling Lifting - Required to carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times a day while handling production equipment and/or materials.
Climb - Required to climb (use of stepladders in production areas, or stairwells) several times a day.
Bend and Kneel - Required to bend or kneel several times a day.
Overhead work - Required to perform overhead reaching during handling of production materials / files / supplies up to 25 pounds several times a day, throughout the day.
Moving Head and Neck - Required movement of head/neck while using computer applications and handling of production equipment and materials several times a day, throughout the day.
Twisting - Required movement of twisting waist while setting up equipment several times a day, throughout the day.
Repetitive Use - Required repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing several times a day, throughout the day.
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily. This may include, but not limited to: safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, lab coats, full body gowns, hairnets, gloves, and hearing protection.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $91,190 - $110,500, 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 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 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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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 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: R1593605
Updated: 2025-07-17 04:03:53.170 UTC
Location: Devens-MA
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.
