Senior Specialist, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy

Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is 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. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Responsible for supporting QC testing for in‑process, final product, stability samples and for supporting environmental and facility monitoring, including data review/verification. Perform method troubleshooting, training, and transfer/validation. Execute document revisions, projects, deviations/investigations/CAPA, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Perform method transfer/verification/validation, routine testing of in‑process, final product, and stability samples. Perform environmental/facilities monitoring and microbiological testing.
• Anticipate and perform routine troubleshooting and problem‑solving with minimal guidance.
• Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for general and complex methods.
• Perform document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/investigation related tasks and/or continuous improvement efforts.
• Train and mentor others on QC test methods, processes, and procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

• Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills.
• High problem‑solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross‑functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
• Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced degree preferred. Netherlands: MLO level 4 required.
• 4+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience with microbiological techniques.

Summit West - NJ - US: $40.97 - $49.64 per hour. 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• 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…