Senior Associate Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Neuroscience

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.

This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

The Neuroscience TRC is committed to the development of transformational therapeutics for patients with neurodegenerative, neuromuscular and neuropsychiatric diseases. A network of internal and external partnerships across neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases and treatment modalities (small molecules, biologics and genetic medicines) supports our ambition to become leaders in neuroscience. Internal research focuses on causal human biology, matching therapeutic modality to molecular mechanism, and translational discovery enabling a rapid path to clinical proof-of-concept.

In the role as a Sr. Associate Scientist within In Vivo Pharmacology, the ideal candidate:

• Performs in vivo pharmacology studies in mice, inclusive of in-life dosing (IV, SC, IP, PO), tissue collection, and tissue processing
• Performs and/or supports stereotaxic surgery in mice
• Performs and analyzes PK/PD readouts, such as qPCR/ddPCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, and muscle physiology assays

• Coordinates activities with other team members within the group, across different functions, and with CROs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
  • 4+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

• Master’s Degree
  • 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive mouse handling experience, including common dosing routes, and tissue collection from CNS and peripheral tissues required
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology or biochemical assays required
• Background in mouse genetics and/or neuroanatomy required
• Experience with rodent stereotaxic surgery
• Familiarity with in vivo bioluminescence imaging
• Experience with mouse breeding or colony management
• Immunohistochemistry techniques
• Experience working with contract research organization (CROs)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to scientific rigor and reproducibility
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws.

Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.

-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides…