Associate Scientist II

Biopharma Careers; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 97,567,000 - 118,228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Wellbeing Programs

Financial Protection

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RayzeBio, located in Indianapolis, seeks an Associate Scientist II to support development laboratories in radiochemical and analytical methods for drug product and isotope supply programs. You will join a multidisciplinary team advancing radiopharmaceuticals from R&D to GMP production, performing routine checks, radiolabeling, and supporting equipment and materials management.

The role requires a BS in Radiochemistry or related field with 0–3 years of experience; familiarity with GMP/GDP and

Qualifications

• BS with 0–3 years in Radiochemistry or similar scientific work.
• Experience with radioactive materials and GMP/GDP desirable.
• Familiar with common analytical methods and lab safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine GMP radiolabeling and sample preparation.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and maintenance per GDP/GMP.
• Support QC and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with analytical development for radiopharmaceuticals.

Skills

Lab safety

GMP GDP

Analytical methods

Radiochemistry

Radioactive materials

Independent work

Team collaboration

AI tools

Education

BS in Radiochemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

pH

GC

gamma spec

alpha spec

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Radio-TLC

Job description

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact, on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio: https://careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

Summary

The Associate Scientist will be responsible for performing routine operations in support of the development laboratory at RayzeBio’s Indianapolis manufacturing facility. The development team performs both radiochemical and analytical methods for the drug product, quality control, and isotope supply programs at RayzeBio. This position will support a wide range of analytical and radiochemical disciplines in the advancement of novel targeted radiopharmaceuticals from the R&D phase through clinical development to GMP commercial radiopharmaceutical production. Responsibilities may include routine equipment checks and maintenance, GMP operations & QC support, ordering materials and inventory, the onboarding of new technologies and equipment, and future expansion projects.

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Execute routine equipment checks and maintenance following all applicable GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Independently perform routine GMP radiolabeling and clinical site sample preparation.
• Support general laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Support scientific team performing development work related to RayzeBio’s drug product pipeline and programs.
• Manage third party vendors in support of analytical and laboratory equipment.
• Support activities related to hot cells, gloveboxes, and production cleanrooms.
• Ensure compliance with NRC, EH&S and US/EU GMP regulatory guidelines as required.
• Less than 5% of travel required.

Education and Experience

• BS with 0-3 years of experience in Radiochemistry or other scientific equivalent work experience.
• Experience working with radioactive materials desired.
• Experience with Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) is desired.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment and following safety and PEE requirements.
• Experience with any or all of the following analytical methods (HPLC, pH, GC, gamma spec, alpha spec, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Radio-TLC, etc.).
• Experience working with radioactive materials, alpha emitters highly desirable.
• Excellent professional ethics, integrity, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Able to work both independently and in a group setting.
• Uses AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

This is a position that requires working in a laboratory environment, protective clothing, gloves, and safety glasses are required while working in a laboratory environment with radioactive materials.

Compensation Overview

Indianapolis - RayzeBio - IN: $34.05 - $41.26per 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.

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

• 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 for employees 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 Years 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.
• Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS and RayzeBio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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