Pilot Plant Associate Scientist: Biologics Scale-Up

Bms; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 89,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist for the Pilot Plant to drive scale-up and execution of upstream or downstream processes within Biologics Development. You will work with Process Development and manufacturing to deliver robust, economical processes for clinical and commercial supply.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in process development or GMP pilot operations, with hands-on experience in cell culture or chromatography and a strong communication skill set.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related biologics fields.
• 2–4 years of industry experience in Process Development, Pilot Operations, GMP manufacturing or related field.
• Knowledge of upstream process development and unit operations (cell culture, mammalian bioreactors, harvest) or downstream (chromatography, filtration) preferred.
• Experience with single-use manufacturing and automation a plus; familiarity with cGMP a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Execute non-GMP Pilot Scale Lab Operations per work instructions and SOPs.
• Adhere to safety and maintain a safe work environment.
• Set up and run wave bioreactors, bioreactors, chromatography and filtration, sample submission, media preparation, and run monitoring.
• Prepare campaign summaries, batch records, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with Process Development and manufacturing to support scale-up and tech transfer.
• Support automation and digital initiatives within Pilot Plant.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Automation awareness

Process development knowledge

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering

Biotechnology/Biochemistry or related biologics

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist for the Pilot Plant to drive scale-up and execution of upstream or downstream processes within Biologics Development. You will work with Process Development and manufacturing to deliver robust, economical processes for clinical and commercial supply.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in process development or GMP pilot operations, with hands-on experience in cell culture or chromatography and a strong communication skill set.