Senior Associate Scientist, LNP Analytical Testing

Bristol Myers Squibb; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

At Bristol Myers Squibb in Cambridge, MA, we seek a Senior Associate Scientist for LNP analytical testing. You will perform ELISA, HPLC, and other assays supporting research and process development, with strict GLP adherence.

You will analyze data, prepare reports, and help optimize methods under senior guidance, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline.
• 1–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience, preferably with RNA and/or LNPs including academic research, internships, or industry roles.
• Proficiency with ELISA, Western blotting, cell-based assays, UV-Vis spectroscopy, or qPCR.
• Proficiency with HPLC operations, including method execution, column management, and chromatography data system use (e.g., Empower, OpenLabs, Chromeleon). Experience or familiarity with mass spectrometry is a plus.
• Familiarity with RNA characterization techniques (e.g., SEC, CE, RT-PCR, RNAseq).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and present results to the team and the larger research community.
• Familiarity with ICH guidelines, GLP/GMP principles, and regulatory submission requirements.
• Experience with LIMS and Benchling is a plus.
• Experience with bioanalytical method validation (e.g., per FDA or EMA guidelines).
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis tools (e.g., GraphPad Prism, JMP, or Excel-based analysis).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical assays including ELISA, HPLC, and other analytical methods in support of research, process development, stability, and quality control activities
• Execute and document laboratory experiments according to established SOPs, protocols, and GLP standards
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data with accuracy; prepare clear and concise lab reports and technical summaries
• Maintain laboratory equipment including calibration, troubleshooting, and coordination with vendors for preventive maintenance
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and standards required for analytical testing; manage inventory of laboratory consumables and supplies
• Support method development and optimization efforts under the guidance of senior scientists
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, and BMS corporate policies
• Contribute to cross-functional teams, collaborating with colleagues in research, process development, and formulations

Skills

ELISA

Western blotting

Cell-based assays

UV-Vis spectroscopy

qPCR

HPLC operations

Mass spectrometry

RNA characterization

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Benchling

Empower

OpenLabs

Chromeleon

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analytical assaysincluding ELISA, HPLC, and other analytical methods in support of research, process development, stability, and quality control activities
• Execute and documentlaboratory experiments according to established SOPs, protocols, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards
• Analyze, interpret, and summarizeexperimental data with accuracy; prepare clear and concise lab reports and technical summaries
• Maintain laboratory equipmentincluding calibration, troubleshooting, and coordination with vendors for preventive maintenance
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and standardsrequired for analytical testing; manage inventory of laboratory consumables and supplies
• Support method development and optimizationefforts under the guidance of senior scientists
• Ensure compliancewith all safety regulations, environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, and BMS corporate policies
• Contribute to cross-functional teams, collaborating with colleagues in research, process development, and formulations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degreein Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline.
• 1–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience, preferably with RNA and/or LNPs including academic research, internships, or industry roles.
• Proficiency withELISA, Western blotting, cell-based assays, UV-Vis spectroscopy, or qPCR.
• Proficiency withHPLCoperations, including method execution, column management, and chromatography data system use (e.g., Empower, OpenLabs, Chromeleon). Experience or familiarity with mass spectrometry is a plus.
• Familiarity with RNA characterizationtechniques (e.g., SEC, CE, RT-PCR, RNAseq).
• Demonstrated ability tomanage multiple prioritiesin a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and present results to the team and the larger research community.
• Familiarity withICH guidelines, GLP/GMP principles,and regulatory submission requirements.
• Experience withLIMS and Benchling is a plus.
• Experience withbioanalytical method validation(e.g., per FDA or EMA guidelines).
• Working knowledgeofstatistical analysis tools(e.g., GraphPad Prism, JMP, or Excel-based analysis).

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 - MA - US: $86,510 - $104,833

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.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplaceaccommodations/adjustmentsand ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplaceaccommodation/adjustmentprior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonableaccommodations/adjustmentsin completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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