Senior Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

About the role

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Associate Scientist to join our Analytical Development team. In this role, you will support routine and non-routine analytical testing activities critical to the advancement of our in vivo non-viral drug discovery and development pipeline. The ideal candidate possesses hands-on laboratory experience, a strong scientific foundation, and a commitment to data quality and compliance.

Working at Bristol Myers Squibb offers uniquely interesting work that transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical assays including ELISA, HPLC, and other analytical methods in support of research, process development, and quality control activities
• Execute and document laboratory experiments according to established SOPs, protocols, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data with accuracy; prepare clear and concise lab reports and technical summaries
• Maintain laboratory equipment including calibration, troubleshooting, and coordination with vendors for preventive maintenance
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and standards required for analytical testing; manage inventory of laboratory consumables and supplies
• Support method development and optimization efforts under the guidance of senior scientists
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, and BMS corporate policies
• Contribute to cross-functional teams, collaborating with colleagues in research, process development, and formulations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• 1–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience, preferably with RNA and/or LNPs, including academic research, internships, or industry roles
• Proficiency with ELISA, Western blotting, cell-based assays, UV-Vis spectroscopy, or qPCR
• Proficiency with HPLC operations, including method execution, column management, and chromatography data system use (e.g., Empower, OpenLabs, Chromeleon). Experience or familiarity with mass spectrometry is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and present results to the team and the larger research community

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry setting
• Familiarity with ICH guidelines, GLP/GMP principles and regulatory submission requirements
• Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)
• Experience with bioanalytical method validation (e.g., per FDA or EMA guidelines)
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis tools (e.g., GraphPad Prism, JMP, or Excel-based analysis)
• Experience with RNA characterization techniques (e.g., SEC, CE, RT-PCR, RNAseq)

Pay

Cambridge, MA, US: $96,010 - $116,339 (full-time employee 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

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment.

• 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:
  • 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 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 Year’s 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.

Schedule

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This role is considered site-by-design, which may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. Onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive company culture.