Senior Associate II - Analytical Development

Bristol Myers Squibb; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb company, is seeking a Senior Associate II in Analytical Development at our Indianapolis site. You will develop and validate parenteral radiopharmaceutical methods, transfer methods, and support regulatory documentation while collaborating across teams.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in pharma, strong analytical technique knowledge (UHPLC/HPLC/GC/TLC/LC-MS), and GMP/radiopharma exposure. The role may require extended hours to meet manufacturing schedules.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or relevant scientific field
• Three (3)+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques such as UHPLC, HPLC, GC, TLC, ICP, LC-MS, Gamma Spectrometry, Alpha Spectrometry, and other analytical methods
• Knowledge of GMP regulations, quality systems, and safety guidelines
• Experience in method development, validation, verification, and transfer in the pharmaceutical or radiopharmaceutical industry
• Experience with radiopharmaceuticals or handling radioactive materials preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for parenteral radiopharmaceutical products according to phase appropriate guidelines
• Participate in method transfer activities from CDMO or internal research facility to QC team
• Prepare analytical test methods and method validation, verification, and transfer protocols and reports
• Work closely with other teams to ensure timely delivery of analytical results
• Participate in troubleshooting and investigations of analytical issues and implement corrective actions
• Develop and maintain notebooks, protocols, reports, SOPs and data analysis
• Participate in instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance
• Ensure GMP compliance and radiation safety program adherence
• Provide technical support to other teams
• Source and onboard analytical technologies as required
• Perform other duties as required by management
• Work will be predominantly first shift, M-F, with potential extended hours or weekends

Skills

UHPLC/HPLC/GC/TLC

LC-MS/ICP/Gamma & Alpha Spectrometry

Analytical method development

Validation & transfer

AI tools for productivity

Microsoft Office Suite

Team collaboration

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Lab software

Job description

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact—on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio https //careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb company, is looking for a Senior Associate II, Analytical Development at their Indianapolis manufacturing site. The person will be responsible for method development and implementation, method validation, verifications, or transfer, as well as stability testing activities to support product development at the RayzeBio manufacturing site in Indianapolis. The Senior Associate II, Analytical Development will report directly to the Manager of Analytical Development at the Indianapolis site.

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and validate analytical methods for parenteral radiopharmaceutical products according to phase appropriate guidelines, including UHPLC, HPLC, GC, TLC, ICP, LC-MS, Gamma Spectrometry, Alpha Spectrometry, and other techniques as required.
• Participate in method transfer activities from CDMO or internal research facility to QC team, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data.
• Prepare analytical test methods and method validation, verification, and transfer protocols and reports in accordance with applicable guidelines and industry standards (e.g. USP, EP, and ICH).
• Work closely with other teams to ensure timely delivery of analytical results and support product development and commercialization.
• Participate in troubleshooting and investigations of analytical issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain appropriate documentation, including notebooks, protocols, reports, standard operating procedures and associated forms, and data analysis.
• Participate in instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, safety guidelines, and quality standards.
• Work with RSO to ensure laboratory compliance with the radiation safety programs.
• Provide technical support to other teams or business units as required.
• Source and on-board analytical technologies as required.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
• Work will be predominantly first shift, M-F, but extended hours or weekend work based on radiopharmaceutical manufacturing schedule may be required.
• This position will require the applicant to work with and around ionizing radiation and hazardous chemicals.

Education And Experience

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or relevant scientific field
• Three (3) or more years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques such as UHPLC, HPLC, GC, TLC, ICP, LC-MS, Gamma Spectrometry, Alpha Spectrometry, and other analytical methods.
• Knowledge of GMP regulations, quality systems, and safety guidelines.
• Experience in method development, validation, verification, and transfer in the pharmaceutical or radiopharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with parenteral GMP manufacturing and/or radiopharmaceutical preferred but not required.
• Experience with radiopharmaceutical or handling radioactive materials preferred but not required.

Skills

• Proficient in the use of various laboratory instrumentation software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly motivated and organized professional with the ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work based on multiple workflows
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent professional ethics, integrity, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Uses AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

This is a position that requires working in a laboratory environment, protective clothing, gloves, and safety glasses are required while working in a laboratory environment with radioactive materials.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Compensation Overview

Indianapolis - RayzeBio - IN $82,236 - $99,650

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/.

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.

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People With Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS and RayzeBio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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R1605074 Senior Associate II - Analytical Development