Bioprocess Associate

Bristol Myers Squibb; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Wellbeing Support

Financial Well-being and Protection

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Bioprocess Associate to execute commercial manufacturing of therapeutic proteins in a cGMP setting. You will work in Devens, MA, operating equipment, preparing documents, and ensuring quality in a fast-paced production environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to SOPs. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma with biotech certifications or an associate degree and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associates degree or certificate in biotech preferred.
• Prior GMP/regulatory experience and/or clean room environment is desirable.
• Proven teamwork, accountability, attention to detail, and collaboration.
• Proficient with common computer tools and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment per cGMPs and SOPs in the assigned area.
• Revise and create process documents; assist with investigations.
• Train in process automation and supporting business systems.
• Maintain material and components inventory level.
• Support a safe work environment and area-specific safety initiatives.
• Weigh and check raw materials; assemble, clean and autoclave components.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and in SOP/Batch Record revisions.

Skills

GMP familiarity

SOP adherence

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in Biotechnology or related field

Tools

Process automation systems

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.

Position Summary

The Bioprocess Associate uses current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) in the execution of commercial manufacturing processes for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins used in medicines that are revolutionizing the treatment of serious disease.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment within an assigned functional area adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Revise and create process documents and assist with process related investigations
• Train for proficiency in process automation and supporting business systems and in the operation of primary production equipment within the assigned functional area
• Lead in maintaining material and components inventory level
• Support a safe work environment and contribute to area specific initiatives associated with work safety
• Weigh and check raw materials
• Assemble, clean and autoclave process components
• Assist in maintaining material and component inventory level
• Work on routine manufacturing assignments per written procedures that are moderately complex with minimal instructions
• Assist in revising and creating process documents (i.e., SOPs and Batch Records) and assist with process related investigations

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum high school diploma required; knowledge of science generally attained through completion of a certificate program or Associates Degree in Biotechnology or a related field desired
• Prior experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations and/or prior work experience in a clean room or highly regulated environment desired
• Prior experience successfully participating on work teams where personal accountability, attention to detail, collaboration, and results were expected
• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools and web-based applications

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

Devens - MA - US: $25.34 - $30.70per 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.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefits

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.

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

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