Associate Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Neuroscience

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; Virginia; On-site; USD 97,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking an Associate Scientist for In Vivo Pharmacology to conduct in vivo studies in mice, including dosing, tissue collection, and data analysis using ddPCR/qPCR, Western blot, and immunohistochemistry.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, and preferred skills include stereotaxic surgery, mouse genetics, and neuroanatomy, in a collaborative, rigorous environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of academic or industry experience.
• Experience with in vivo pharmacology in mice and tissue handling.
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology or biochemical assays.
• Strong organizational and communication skills in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with scientific rigor and reproducibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vivo pharmacology studies in mice, including dosing and tissue collection.
• Support stereotaxic surgery in mice and analyze PD/readouts.
• Analyze pharmacodynamic readouts (ddPCR/qPCR, Western blot, IHC).

Skills

Mouse handling

In vivo dosing

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Biology/related)

Tools

ddPCR/qPCR

Western blot

Immunohistochemistry

Muscle physiology assays

Stereotaxic surgery

Job description

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.

Associate Scientist – In Vivo Pharmacology

In the role as an Associate Scientist within In Vivo Pharmacology, the ideal candidate is expected to perform:

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

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’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
• Experience with rodent stereotaxic surgery
• Familiarity with in vivo bioluminescence imaging
• Experience with mouse breeding or colony management
• Experience with immunohistochemistry techniques or muscle physiology assays
• 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

Compensation Overview

Cambridge Crossing: $97,120 - $117,688

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 paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year. Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays. Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is 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.

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Our Team

We’re creating innovative medicines for patients fighting serious diseases. We’re also nurturing our own diverse team with inspiring work and challenging career options. No matter the role, each one of us makes a contribution. And that makes all the difference.