Senior Imaging Scientist - Preclinical MRI & Analysis

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb, Princeton, NJ, seeks a Senior Scientist in Imaging to lead MRI strategy, study design, execution, and data interpretation for preclinical imaging in drug development. You will collaborate across biology, chemistry, clinical and regulatory teams to drive imaging programs forward.

The role demands expert MRI operation, protocol development, and advanced image analysis across oncology, neuroscience, and cardiovascular areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 7+ years of academic and / or industry experience.
• Master’s Degree with 5+ years of academic and / or industry experience.
• Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences with 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience.
• Extensive experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging and imaging analysis.
• Proven track record of hands-on experience in animal imaging.
• Requires thorough knowledge of varied aspects or a single specialized aspect of own discipline (MRI) and developed knowledge of other related disciplines (other imaging modalities or multi-modality).
• Is proficient in scientific / technical writing (e.g., regulatory documents, protocols).
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, good communication skills, and flexibility to succeed in a dynamic and changing environment is necessary.
• Sound knowledge in chemistry and biology for developing successful imaging studies and analysis for drug discovery programs is preferable.
• Python, Matlab and preferably Bruker Paravision programing experience

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily operation of the MRI scanners and quality of MRI studies in animals.
• Implement and develop state of the art MRI acquisition protocols/studies.
• Establish complex image analysis and image processing pipelines.
• Manage projects and studies in various areas (e.g. oncology, neuroscience, cardiovascular).
• Applies scientific and / or technical skills and functional knowledge to conduct experiments / research / studies in assigned area.
• May adapt standard methods and techniques by applying breadth of knowledge and prior work experience.
• Makes decisions that impact entire work group / project team.
• May contribute to initiatives related to continuous improvement or development of new approaches / technologies.
• Makes presentations in small, multidisciplinary meetings, logically presenting information to convey clear, key messages.
• May represent department or function on program / project team or sub-team

Skills

MRI imaging

Image analysis

Animal imaging

Scientific writing

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Python

Matlab

Bruker Paravision

Chemistry knowledge

Biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree

Tools

Bruker Paravision

Python

Matlab

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb, Princeton, NJ, seeks a Senior Scientist in Imaging to lead MRI strategy, study design, execution, and data interpretation for preclinical imaging in drug development. You will collaborate across biology, chemistry, clinical and regulatory teams to drive imaging programs forward.

The role demands expert MRI operation, protocol development, and advanced image analysis across oncology, neuroscience, and cardiovascular areas.