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The Associate Scientist, Downstream position in Manufacturing Technology supports the commercial manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals in purification and primary recovery. This position offers the opportunity to provide highly visible technical leadership to resolve complex problems while meeting quality, schedule, and cost objectives. The successful candidate will be a key contributor in a dynamic and highly collaborative team environment. The candidate will set appropriate objectives and priorities, overcome obstacles; and deliver results within project timelines. Expertise and experience in the design, control, and operation of protein purification steps like - chromatography steps, ultrafiltration and diafiltration, micro- and nano- filtration unit operations are highly desired. Demonstrated skills in cross-functional partnerships, supporting cross-functional teams and knowledge of regulatory and cGMP requirements are required.

Qualifications & Experience

• MS or BS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or related field with 0–4 or 2–6 years, respectively, or relevant industrial and/or academic experience

• Knowledge or experience in protein purification unit operations (column chromatography, microfiltration, ultrafiltration and nano-filtration) attained through prior experience or studies resulting in a B.S. in engineering, a related discipline, or its equivalent.

• Knowledge of SOPs, cGMPs and the know-how to work and manage within a regulatory environment.

• Experience in designing and executing process and equipment validation plans

• Excellent verbal & written communications skills. Interpersonal / facilitation skills necessary to interface with and influence all levels of the organization

• Interpersonal and facilitation skills necessary to interface with and influence all levels of the organization with the ability to lead people and multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise for large-scale commercial manufacturing involving column chromatography, microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nano-filtration, and cryogenics / drug substance handling unit operations for investigation and resolution of process deviations, development, and interpretation of data trending.

• Performs root cause investigations and develops CAPAs as needed for process deviations, process verification and improvements.

• Demonstrates a strong knowledge of cGMP compliance, BMS corporate, site and regulatory agency requirements and procedures and incorporate into all assigned projects.

• Supports process technology transfer, process validation and the preparation of CMC documentation for regulatory filings for BMS Devens Large Scale Cell Culture facility.

• Authors technical documents, including protocols, reports and SOPs supporting the validation of the biopharmaceutical product manufacturing.

Principal assignment is in a modern biopharmaceutical facility which requires adherence to various Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.

Why you should apply

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion, and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

BMS recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

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 an inclusive culture, promoting diversity 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
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

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