Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

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 work transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it.

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and self‑driven professional to join our Cell Therapy Analytical Development (CTAD) department as a Senior or Principal Scientist. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing, validating, transferring, and troubleshooting plate‑based assays to advance cell therapy development deliverables. This is a lab‑based position with a level commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert to develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot assays used for vector and cell therapy products.
• Design and execute phase‑appropriate validation, and manage method transfer from CTAD to internal or external QC / testing groups.
• Maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and manage routine sample analysis requests.
• Represent the group and present data to cross‑functional meetings.
• Author, review and approve technical documents, including methods, protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Possess good knowledge of cGMP and ICH / FDA / EMEA guidance.
• Facilitate smooth operation of the laboratory, including ordering, assisting in the cryopreservation of cellular material, sample management, etc.
• Complete regulatory, site, and department training requirements in a timely manner.

Qualifications & Experience

Compensation Overview

Seattle, WA : $131,820 – $159,732. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available, and final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care; wellbeing programs; 401(k); short‑term and long‑term disability; life insurance; supplemental health insurance; business travel protection; parental and caregiver leave; family care resources; tuition reimbursement; and more.

Occupancy & EEO

Occupancy type (e.g., site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based, or remote‑by‑design) is determined by the nature of the role. BMS is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants. For additional information, visit the EEO page on the BMS careers site.

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