Senior Scientist, Imaging

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

11 paid holidays

Stock opportunities

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead preclinical MRI initiatives, shaping MRI strategy, study design, and data presentation. You will collaborate with biologists, chemists, clinicians and statisticians across therapeutic areas to advance drug development.

The role requires extensive MRI experience, proficiency in image analysis, and programming in Python/Matlab, with a hybrid work arrangement and strong opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with extensive academic/industrial MRI experience.
• Advanced degree in Life Sciences with multi-year imaging experience.
• Proven hands-on animal MRI and imaging analysis track record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily MRI operation and study quality in animals.
• Develop advanced MRI acquisition protocols and analysis pipelines.
• Lead projects across oncology, neuroscience, cardiovascular areas.
• Present data in multidisciplinary settings and collaborate across teams.

Skills

MRI

Imaging analysis

Python

Matlab

Paravision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences

Master’s Degree in Life Sciences

Ph.D. in Life Sciences

Tools

Bruker Paravision

Python

Matlab

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.

Imaging is part of the Research organization in BMS and leads internal and external imaging development and deployment activities to support multiple disease areas of interest including neuroscience, immunology and oncology. The team will integrate scientific insights to provide solutions that will help to enable decision-making for drug development programs.

Position Summary

The Senior Scientist will be part of a team of imaging scientists engaged in novel preclinical imaging for drug development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the MRI strategy, study design, and execution, as well as data analysis, interpretation, and data presentation. He/she will collaborate with biologists, chemists, clinicians, regulatory, statisticians, and other scientists across all therapeutic areas. The candidate will participate as a member of the discovery and/or development team.

Key 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

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 programming experience
• #LI-Hybrid

Compensation Overview

Princeton - NJ - US: $123,670 - $149,855

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

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Data Protection

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We’re creating innovative medicines for patients fighting serious diseases. We’re also nurturing our own diverse team with inspiring work and challenging career options. No matter the role, each one of us makes a contribution. And that makes all the difference.