Bristol Myers Squibb · 3 hours ago
Senior Scientist, Translational Research
Cambridge Crossing - MA - US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$142K/yr - $172K/yr
2+ years expBristol Myers Squibb is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming patients' lives through science. They are seeking an experienced individual with oncology research expertise to join the Translational Research team to advance programs from candidate optimization through IND enabling activities and ultimately to Proof-of-Concept clinical trials.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Design and develop biomarker, pharmacodynamic, and target engagement assays to understand drug mechanism of action and response
Perform laboratory-based experiments and data analysis to support clinical oncology studies, using various in vitro oncology and cancer immunology models and assays
Interact with project teams and contract laboratories for the design, execution, and oversight of molecular, cellular, and/or in vivo studies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners (CROs, specialty labs) to generate high-quality biomarker data for clinical studies
Contribute to translational plans, sample collection strategies, and documentation for early-phase trials
Present experimental results and share scientific insights with project teams and stakeholders
Proactively provides insight into novel ways to incorporate biomarkers into clinical designs to enable early understanding of emerging drug profiles, as well as input around tumor types and potential impact of biomarkers on internal decision making
Provides oversight to progress validated biomarkers into development of diagnostic assays, as needed
Participates in strategic review and input to presentations, publications and internal/ external communications along with accountable program leadership and in governance forums
Develops solutions and courses of action for senior staff, including identification of risks and risk mitigations
Shares expertise, experience, lessons learned and knowledge with translational and other relevant scientific experts and colleagues across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Master's Degree with 5+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences with 2+ of academic and / or industry experience
Design and develop biomarker, pharmacodynamic, and target engagement assays to understand drug mechanism of action and response
Perform laboratory-based experiments and data analysis to support clinical oncology studies, using various in vitro oncology and cancer immunology models and assays
Interact with project teams and contract laboratories for the design, execution, and oversight of molecular, cellular, and/or in vivo studies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners (CROs, specialty labs) to generate high-quality biomarker data for clinical studies
Contribute to translational plans, sample collection strategies, and documentation for early-phase trials
Present experimental results and share scientific insights with project teams and stakeholders
Proactively provides insight into novel ways to incorporate biomarkers into clinical designs to enable early understanding of emerging drug profiles, as well as input around tumor types and potential impact of biomarkers on internal decision making
Provides oversight to progress validated biomarkers into development of diagnostic assays, as needed
Participates in strategic review and input to presentations, publications and internal/ external communications along with accountable program leadership and in governance forums
Develops solutions and courses of action for senior staff, including identification of risks and risk mitigations
Shares expertise, experience, lessons learned and knowledge with translational and other relevant scientific experts and colleagues across the organization
Preferred
PhD with 2+ years of relevant industry experience in the Oncology drug development process
Oncology translational biomarker roles and with solid tumor and immune oncology experience
Strong scientific acumen and mechanistic understanding of disease biology, with experience contributing to oncology and immuno-oncology drug development
Hands-on experience designing, executing, and analysing translational biomarker assays and data across multiple technologies (e.g., genomics, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, immunoassays) and sample types in clinical studies
Familiarity with the drug development process and experience collaborating with clinical teams; able to communicate results and contribute to discussions in cross-functional settings
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g., CROs, specialty labs)
Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with a proactive and collaborative mindset
Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
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.
Paid Time Off: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
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.
Company
Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
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