Director, QC Automation

Position Summary

The Director, QC Automation owns the deployment and lifecycle of Automated QC (AQC) capabilities across the Cell Therapy manufacturing network. Acting as the technology owner for AQC equipment and software, this role coordinates priorities across multiple programs and partners closely with Assay and Data Automation (ADA), Analytical Sciences and Technology (AS&T), and receiving sites to ensure AQC systems are deployed reliably, on schedule, and in a state of control.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the technology roadmap and lifecycle for AQC equipment and software, including upgrades, vendor management, and long-term platform planning.
• Lead deployment of AQC systems at new and existing nodes across the network, sequencing and coordinating priorities across concurrent programs.
• Partner with ADA and AS&T to define system requirements, validate performance, and resolve technical issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for receiving sites, ensuring operational and quality readiness ahead of go-live.
• Represent AQC strategy and progress in network-level technical and governance forums.
• Identify risks to deployment timelines or system performance and drive mitigation plans.
• Ensure AQC systems and processes meet cGMP requirements.
• Support regulatory filings as needed.
• Establish key performance metrics and report deployment progress to stakeholders and leadership.
• Lead, coach, and develop the team supporting AQC deployment and sustaining operations.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• In depth knowledge of cGMPs and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Experience with automated lab or analytical technologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate competing priorities across multiple programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within a matrix organization.
• Solid problem-solving and risk-mitigation skills.

Education & Experience

• 12+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years leading technology deployment, automation, or tech transfer projects.
• Travel: occasional travel required (up to 25%).

Pay

• Devens - MA - US: $197,470 - $239,290
• Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $184,550 - $223,634
• Princeton - NJ - US: $184,550 - $223,634
• Seattle - WA: $203,010 - $245,995

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

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 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. 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 in effect at the time and may require enrollment.

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