Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy
Bristol Myers Squibb, Devens, MA, United States
Working with Us
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.
Position Summary
Responsible for supporting QC testing for in-process, final product, stability samples and for supporting environmental and facility monitoring, including data review/verification. Perform method troubleshooting, training, and transfer/validation. Execute document revisions, projects, deviations/investigations/CAPA, and continuous improvement efforts.
Duties/Responsibilities
Perform method transfer/ verification/ validation, routine testing of inprocess, final product, and stability samples. Perform environmental/facilities monitoring and microbiological testing.
Anticipate and perform routine troubleshooting and problem solving with minimal guidance.
Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for general and complex methods.
Perform document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.
Train and mentor others on QC test methods, processes, and procedures. • Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualifications Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.
Demonstrated technical writing skills. • High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced degree preferred. Netherlands: MLO level 4 required.
4+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
Demonstrated experience with microbiological techniques
Compensation Overview: Devens - MA - US: $43.84 - $53.12per hour Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include: Health Coverage:
Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support:
Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection:
401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown. 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. Supporting People with Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. Candidate Rights BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. Data Protection Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations. R1601149 : Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy
Anticipate and perform routine troubleshooting and problem solving with minimal guidance.
Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for general and complex methods.
Perform document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.
Train and mentor others on QC test methods, processes, and procedures. • Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualifications Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.
Demonstrated technical writing skills. • High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced degree preferred. Netherlands: MLO level 4 required.
4+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
Demonstrated experience with microbiological techniques
Compensation Overview: Devens - MA - US: $43.84 - $53.12per hour Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include: Health Coverage:
Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support:
Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection:
401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown. 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. Supporting People with Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. Candidate Rights BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. Data Protection Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations. R1601149 : Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy