Lead, Molecular Assays & Genomics - Cell Therapy Translational

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist to direct the Molecular Assays & Genomics team in Seattle within Cell Therapy Translational Research. This role combines deep molecular expertise with people leadership to advance fit-for-purpose assays into clinical use.

The position emphasizes assay development, validation, transfer, and lifecycle management across DNA- and RNA-based technologies, with a focus on translational and safety endpoints in cell and gene therapy programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s with extensive experience in life sciences.
• Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree preferred with leadership experience.
• Experience leading technical teams and cross-functional collaboration in translational research.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Molecular Assays & Genomics team with scientific direction and talent development.
• Own assay strategy, standards, and capability development within the platform.
• Translate translational and safety questions into fit-for-purpose molecular assays for program decisions.
• Lead assay development, validation, transfer, and clinical implementation across DNA/RNA platforms.
• Provide leadership across ddPCR, RT-qPCR, NGS, and related molecular technologies.
• Collaborate with program leads to align molecular assessments with objectives.
• Oversee assay design, data quality, interpretation, and issue resolution.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genomics

Leadership

Translational research

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Ph.D. Life Sciences

Tools

ddPCR

RT-qPCR

NGS

Gene expression profiling

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist to direct the Molecular Assays & Genomics team in Seattle within Cell Therapy Translational Research. This role combines deep molecular expertise with people leadership to advance fit-for-purpose assays into clinical use.

The position emphasizes assay development, validation, transfer, and lifecycle management across DNA- and RNA-based technologies, with a focus on translational and safety endpoints in cell and gene therapy programs.