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Title: Director of Analytical Network Testing (Cell Therapy)
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At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.
The Director Analytical Operations will play a critical leadership role in advancing cell therapy development. Expertise in analytical methods, process development for both cell therapy drug product and viral vector, and GxP lab operations will be essential for ensuring the quality and safety of cell therapy products. Leading a team, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and driving strategic decisions related to analytical testing, instrument standardization, tech transfer, and process development.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and implement analytical testing strategies for BMS Cell Therapy development organization.Define and implement analytical instrument standardization strategy across analytical development network.Represent the Cell Therapy function on key leadership teams, providing guidance and setting guidelines for the global analytical network.Coordinate partnerships with teams such as Regulatory, Quality Assurance, and CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls).Spearhead Operations engagement with development technical and leadership teams.Lead standard work for new modalities, including tech transfer strategies.Hands-on experience with methods related to Cell Therapy and vector manufacturing.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help optimize processes for drug product and vector development.Drive continuous improvement initiatives.Qualifications & Experience:
PHD in biomedical/Chemical/Materials Engineering, or equivalent Life Sciences disciplineAt least 10 years of experience in cell therapy, or more than 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology fields, manufacturing operations and quality/analytical experience Experience managing team of significant complexity focus on analytical testing.Experience in managing executive stakeholders, developing talent, engaging, and motivating people.Strong Analytical/Technical functional expertiseAbility to lead and influence multidisciplinary, cross-functional teams.Ability to critically assess overall risk to business cases, project timelines/plans and resolve or escalate appropriately.Demonstrated (complex) portfolio management leadership and innovative thinking.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated success in driving optimal business objectives in a complex matrix organization.Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and work in a dynamic, fast paced environment.Experienced in leading change and a demonstrated ability to accomplish results and meet deadlines and commitments.Possesses strong collaboration, delegation and interpersonal communications skills and shares critical information with project team and senior leaders.Demonstrated analytical and logic skills with a focus on fact-based decision making.If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $194,000-$242,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).
The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.
Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS
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Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.
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