Senior Associate Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Neuroscience

Bristol Myers Squibb; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible time off

11 paid company holidays

Wellbeing and retirement plans

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in In Vivo Pharmacology, Neuroscience, in Cambridge, MA. The role focuses on in vivo mouse pharmacology studies, surgical support, and analysis of PK/PD readouts.

Collaboration across teams and CROs is essential to advance transformational neuroscience therapeutics. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s with 4+ years or a Master’s with 2+ years of relevant experience, and are proficient in molecular assays and detailed experimental work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years' in vivo pharmacology or related fields.
• Master’s degree with 2+ years' academic/industry experience preferred.
• Experience in mice dosing, tissue collection, and processing.
• Strong proficiency in standard molecular biology assays.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vivo pharmacology studies in mice (IV, SC, IP, PO).
• Conduct and/or support stereotaxic surgery in mice.
• Analyze PK/PD readouts (qPCR/ddPCR, Western blot, IHC, muscle assays).
• Coordinate activities with team members and CROs.

Skills

Mouse handling

Neuroanatomy

Molecular biology

Biochemical assays

In vivo imaging

Stereotaxic surgery

Team collaboration

Scientific rigor

Data analysis

CRO coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

qPCR

ddPCR

Western blot

Immunohistochemistry

Bioluminescence imaging

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

The Neuroscience TRC is committed to the development of transformational therapeutics for patients with neurodegenerative, neuromuscular and neuropsychiatric diseases. A network of internal and external partnerships across neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases and treatment modalities (small molecules, biologics and genetic medicines) supports our ambition to become leaders in neuroscience. Internal research focuses on causal human biology, matching therapeutic modality to molecular mechanism, and translational discovery enabling a rapid path to clinical proof-of-concept.

In the role as a Sr. Associate Scientist within In Vivo Pharmacology, the ideal candidate:

• Performs in vivo pharmacology studies in mice, inclusive of in-life dosing (IV, SC, IP, PO), tissue collection, and tissue processing

• Performs and/or supports stereotaxic surgery in mice

• Performs and analyzes PK/PD readouts, such as qPCR/ddPCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, and muscle physiology assays

• Coordinates activities with other team members within the group, across different functions, and with CROs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
  • 4+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

• Master’s Degree
  • 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive mouse handling experience, including common dosing routes, and tissue collection from CNS and peripheral tissues required
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology or biochemical assays required
• Background in mouse genetics and/or neuroanatomy required
• Experience with rodent stereotaxic surgery
• Familiarity with in vivo bioluminescence imaging
• Experience with mouse breeding or colony management
• Immunohistochemistry techniques
• Experience working with contract research organization (CROs)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to scientific rigor and reproducibility
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:

Cambridge Crossing: $105,040 - $127,287

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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