Director, QC Microbiology — Cell Therapy

Bristol Myers Squibb EU Policy; South Hadley Falls (MA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Director of QC Microbiology to lead the Quality Control Microbiology department at the CAR T facility in NJ/US. You will oversee stability programs, materials testing, environmental monitoring, and investigations, ensuring compliance with global regulations.

This role requires strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and proven ability to drive quality excellence while managing budgets and direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Microbiology; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience with leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, regulatory guidelines and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages all activities of QC Microbiology, including stability testing and materials testing.
• Oversees environmental monitoring, method validations and investigations.
• Leads direct reports, staffing, training, evaluations and career development.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Data integrity

SOPs & Change Controls

Budgeting

Training & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Microbiology

Advanced degree

10 years of experience

Leadership experience

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Director of QC Microbiology to lead the Quality Control Microbiology department at the CAR T facility in NJ/US. You will oversee stability programs, materials testing, environmental monitoring, and investigations, ensuring compliance with global regulations.

This role requires strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and proven ability to drive quality excellence while managing budgets and direct reports.