Senior Scientist, Non-Viral Delivery Attribute Sciences

Bristol Myers Squibb; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation (160 hours per year)

Stock options/opportunities

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Cambridge, MA seeks a Senior Scientist, Non-Viral Delivery Attribute Sciences to shape cellular- and mechanistic- understanding for next-generation targeted LNP therapies. You will develop cellular characterization strategies, advance high-throughput approaches, and partner across R&D to translate insights into product decisions.

The ideal candidate has a strong cell biology background, experience with assays and mentorship, and can clearly communicate findings to

Qualifications

• Strong background in cell biology and functional assay development.
• Mentorship of junior scientists and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to communicate complex data and mechanistic insights to project teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop biological characterization strategies and assays.
• Lead attribute characterization supporting formulation and process changes.
• Collaborate across Analytical Development, Process Sciences, and Product Development to understand impacts on product quality.

Skills

Cell biology

Functional assay development

Mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Ph.D. or equivalent

Tools

Flow cytometry

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 Cell Therapy Thematic Research Center is one of BMS’s differentiated research platforms delivering innovative therapies to patients. Our mission is to drive leadership in the use of cellular therapies to harness the power of the immune system in treating hematologic malignancies, solid cancers, and autoimmune disease. More specifically, our discovery and translational scientists are focused on developing next-generation, engineered cell-based therapies. The team is committed to discovering and developing transformative therapies that harness the power of the immune system to improve patient outcomes.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and scientifically curious Senior Scientist, Non-Viral Delivery Attribute Sciences to help shape a growing Attribute Sciences capability and establish the mechanistic understanding that will drive next-generation targeted LNP development. This role brings together cell biology, delivery science, and advanced characterization to define the product attributes and biological mechanisms that govern targeted LNP performance. You will integrate scientific datasets, expand advanced characterization capabilities through emerging technologies, and partner across Research and CMC to translate mechanistic insights into product development and program decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cell biology and functional assay development, scientific curiosity across disciplines, and a passion for turning mechanistic understanding into innovative targeted therapeutics.

Position Responsibilities

In the role as a Senior Scientist, Non-Viral Delivery Attribute Sciences within the Non-Viral Delivery Research team, the ideal candidate will:

• Contribute to the development of the Attribute Sciences function by advancing scientific frameworks and characterization capabilities that underpin non-viral delivery product and platform development.
• Develop biologically relevant cellular characterization strategies, including primary and patient-derived cell systems, to understand how product attributes and biological context influence functional performance.
• Lead attribute characterization supporting formulation and process changes, comparability assessments, and technical investigations, partnering with Analytical Development, Process Sciences, and Product Development to understand impacts on product quality and functional performance.
• Develop and implement high-throughput and automated characterization approaches to improve experimental throughput, reproducibility, and scalability.
• In close partnership with Analytical Development, identify and expand internal and external characterization capabilities for targeted LNP drug products, including emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary Research and CMC functions and represent Attribute Sciences on program and CMC teams, providing scientific expertise to inform product development and program decisions.
• Effectively communicate scientific findings and actionable recommendations to multidisciplinary teams and leadership to influence delivery strategy and program decisions.
• Provide scientific mentorship to junior scientists, and contribute to the development of new experimental approaches and technologies.

Experience =

Basic Qualifications

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

Or

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

Or

• Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences
  • 2+ of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline with 2+ years of relevant industry experience; or MS with 5+ years; or BS with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong background in cell biology or a related biological discipline, with demonstrated experience developing and applying cell-based assays to characterize biological activity and functional performance; experience with primary cells, multiparametric flow cytometry, or other advanced cellular characterization approaches.
• Experience with complex drug products, biologics, nanoparticle delivery systems, or related therapeutic modalities is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience applying analytical, biophysical, and cellular characterization approaches to support mechanistic product understanding and establish attribute–performance relationships is preferred.
• Experience with high-throughput, automated, or scalable experimental approaches is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and thrive in a highly collaborative, cross‑functional research environment.
• Strong scientific communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and mechanistic insights clearly and compellingly to varied audiences including project teams and senior leadership.

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: $142,220 - $172,340

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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