Bacteriologist

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co in New Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Bacteriologist for the 21st shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm) in its Product Development labs. This hourly union position requires applying rigorous microbiology methods in GLP/GMP-compliant environments and collaborating with both professional and union staff.

The role emphasizes timely data collection, documentation, and hands-on testing to support process-scale up and new drug candidates, with a focus on safety, quality, and adherence to

Qualifications

• BS in biology or allied science with microbiology coursework.
• Minimum 1 year experience in pharmaceutical microbiology, especially parenteral/aseptic operations.
• Proficiency in use of computer programs/systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct microbiology studies in lab and process scale-up facilities.
• Ensure compliance with cGLP/GMP and regulations.
• Collaborate with professional staff and union staff; perform hands-on testing when required.

Skills

Microbiology

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or allied science

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.

HOURLY UNION POSITION — This position is represented by the United Steelworkers (USW) Local #4-438

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Permanent Position – Bacteriologist – 21 Shift Hours: 7am to 3:30pm Site: New Brunswick Bldg: B115 Rate: $47.86/hr Excluded Classification Description: Bacteriologist (PD) – Level 21 The goal of pharmaceutical development within Product Development is to develop new drug candidates and the processes to manufacture them into commercial realities. This is achieved by designing and conducting a variety of experimental studies using the latest scientific methods and state of the art equipment and instrumentation. The development process is very dynamic with studies performed in both laboratory and process scale-up facilities. Scientific rigour, timeliness, and compliance with all GLP/GMP and federal/state/local regulations are a necessity. In order for the development process to be successful, there must be excellent collaboration between the professional staff/scientists and union staff. Often, the professional staff/scientist will need to take a hands-on approach during the course of testing as necessary based on sound scientific judgement. Involvement of union staff in the various experimental studies and other processes is determined by the professional staff/scientists on a case-by-case basis because of the non-routine, dynamic nature of the development process. Work assignments will be based on demonstrated technical competence of the individual technician and the demands of the process. Priorities will be set based on the needs of the PD business. Both written procedures and verbal instructions by a supervisor will be executed with strict attention to safety and quality. Accurate and timely execution and documentation of activities and results are a requirement. Strict adherence to cGLP/GMP, federal, state and local requirements is required. In order to achieve departmental and company goals, collaborative work with other employees (both professional and union) is a requirement. Evaluation of individual performance as compared to job function and BMS core behaviors will be evaluated throughout the year.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors’ degree with a major in biology, or an allied science and coursework in microbiology from an accredited college or university. Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in pharmaceutical microbiology, especially in parenteral and/or aseptic operations. Proficiency in use of computer programs/systems is essential. Bacteriologists may attend internal or external training courses as approved by management in order to maintain their skills and knowledge to remain current with the advances in the field of microbiology. Laboratory skills training will be implemented to ensure employees receive relevant training to facilitate the performance of their job responsibilities. Interactive training modules (i.e., On-The-Job Training) will be used for training on specific competencies. Competency check may be conducted after training specific to an area will be conducted to evaluate proficiency of the new skill (or module). If required proficiency is not obtained the interactive learning and testing will be repeated. Bacteriologists will be required to demonstrate