Principal Scientist, Cardiovascular Translational Biomarker
About the role
The Immunology and Cardiovascular Thematic Research Center (ICV TRC) at Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a translational scientist with a background in cardiovascular biology. This position involves identifying and discovering novel and existing biomarkers to support the progression of late-discovery programs to early phase clinical trials and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Perform studies to define pharmacodynamic biomarkers of response and disease progression, as a member of a discovery team and can investigate and articulate how these biomarkers may translate to the clinic.
- Thorough knowledge of experimental design, and a high level of technical laboratory skills (including cell culture of relevant cell lines and primary cells, immunoassays, such as ELISA/MSD, IHC, protein signaling, qPCR technology platforms) together with an ability to interpret results.
- Employ technical knowledge and theory to make experimental in-life modifications, when necessary.
- Lead studies to completion, including the hands-on analysis of samples internally or directing studies externally through management of CROs.
- Evaluate programs critically and present findings and recommendations to discovery teams and leadership.
- Document, critically review, modify experimental approach, if necessary, and present experimental data in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams by providing timely and actionable study results.
- Provide hands-on training and guidance to develop team members.
- Contribute to and author reports, abstracts, and publications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in the Life Sciences with 8+ years of academic and/or industry experience.
- Master’s Degree in the Life Sciences with 6+ years of academic and/or industry experience.
- Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences with 4+ years of academic and/or industry experience.
- Basic Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of cardiovascular physiology and modern cardiovascular methodologies (including those that may serve as pharmacodynamic endpoints) employed pre-clinically and clinically.
- A strong understanding of imaging biomarkers used in the clinic (eg ultrasound-echocardiography, MRI, and PET).
- A hands-on experience handling rodents is necessary.
- Expertise culturing and making biochemical and/or functional measurements in iPSC-CM, primary cardiac cells, and/or engineered heart tissues is necessary.
- Excellent laboratory skills, prioritizing accurate and reproducible work.
- Skills in managing external collaborators and setting clear timelines and expectations.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, and able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, matrixed team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Physiology, Pharmacology, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience and 5+ years’ experience after completion of terminal degree, including post-doctoral training.
- Alternatively, an M.S. in a related field with 5+ years (after completion of degree) relevant industry experience.
- Hands-on experience handling rodents is necessary.
- Expertise culturing and making biochemical and/or functional measurements in iPSC-CM, primary cardiac cells, and/or engineered heart tissues is necessary.
- Strong understanding of cardiovascular physiology and modern cardiovascular methodologies (including those that may serve as pharmacodynamic endpoints) employed pre-clinically and clinically.
- An understanding of the considerations for the use of animals in research, with a focus species-specific use, and can articulate and apply 3Rs principles in designing and initiating experiments.
Pay
$135,800 - $164,563
Schedule
On-site, lab-based position.
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.
Work-life Benefits Include Paid Time Off.