Director, Cell Therapy Critical Reagents & Strategy

Bristol Myers Squibb; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 197,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Retirement benefits

Insurance offerings

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Director of Analytical Science and Technology Cell Therapy Critical Reagent to lead global strategy, governance, and testing oversight for critical reagents across the Cell Therapy network. The role ensures supply continuity, compliance, and scalable manufacturing support.

The candidate will lead cross-functional teams across Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and External Partners, driving innovation, risk management, and enterprise-wide initiatives to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline is required; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of relevant biotechnology/pharma/cell therapy experience.
• 6+ years of leadership experience managing scientific, technical, and/or operational teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in critical reagent lifecycle management, qualification, and supplier oversight within GMP environments.
• Strong knowledge of commercial manufacturing processes, QC testing, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute network strategy, governance, and framework for critical reagents across Cell Therapy manufacturing and testing.
• Establish standards for reagent qualification, lifecycle management, and replacement strategies.
• Serve as enterprise owner for critical reagent governance across the Cell Therapy network.
• Ensure reagent availability, sustainability, and business continuity.
• Oversee lifecycle management of commercial reagents including qualification, monitoring, and change control.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related scientific discipline

MS or PhD preferred

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Director of Analytical Science and Technology Cell Therapy Critical Reagent to lead global strategy, governance, and testing oversight for critical reagents across the Cell Therapy network. The role ensures supply continuity, compliance, and scalable manufacturing support.

The candidate will lead cross-functional teams across Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and External Partners, driving innovation, risk management, and enterprise-wide initiatives to support