Senior Scientist, Cancer Immunology Translational Research

About the role

The Oncology Thematic Research Center at Bristol Myers Squibb is a key research and early development engine responsible for the discovery and development of novel oncology therapeutics. The role is located at our state-of-the-art research sites in Cambridge and Seattle.

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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in the Life Sciences with 7+ years of industry experience, or Master’s Degree with 5+ years of industry experience, or Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences with 2+ years of industry experience.
• Strong immunology experience, with an emphasis on solid tumor biology.
• Experience in oncology translational biomarker roles, with solid tumor and immune-oncology expertise.
• Hands-on experience designing, executing, and analyzing 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related field with 3+ years of industry experience in drug development, ideally with at least 1+ year in translational research / translational medicine.
• Strong scientific acumen and mechanistic understanding of disease biology, with demonstrated contributions to oncology and immuno-oncology drug development.
• Experience in oncology translational biomarker roles, with solid tumor and immune-oncology expertise strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong scientific acumen and mechanistic understanding of disease biology, with demonstrated contributions to oncology and immuno-oncology drug development.
• Hands-on experience designing, executing, and analyzing 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.
• 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

Bristol Myers Squibb offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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.

Pay

The starting compensation range for this role is $142,220 - $172,340 for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available.

Schedule

The role requires 100% of shifts onsite at the assigned facility. The ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.