Senior Associate Scientist II, Quality Control
Bristol Myers Squibb
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Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Quality Control, the Quality Control Chemist will help support the establishment of a new Quality Control laboratory which supports RayzeBio's Radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Indianapolis. The Quality Control Chemist will be responsible and/or providing support for the installation, commissioning, qualification, and validation of analytical and radiochemical equipment for the QC lab. Upon establishment of the laboratory and program, this position will utilize a wide range of analytical and radiochemical analyses to support the advancement and release of novel targeted radiopharmaceuticals from the R&D phase through clinical development to GMP commercial radiopharmaceutical production. Specifically, the quality control chemist will support the release of manufactured radiopharmaceuticals to support RayzeBio's clinical and commercial programs.
***This is an onsite position located at Rayzebio's Indianapolis, IN site***
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Provide technical expertise and support for offsite vendors and RayzeBio MS&T and RA/QA teams in the installation and qualification of all laboratory equipment in a GMP environment.
+ Participate in method transfer activities from CMO or internal research facility to the production and QC teams, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data.
+ Assist in developing, verifying, and validating analytical methodologies in support of novel RayzeBio radiopharmaceuticals production in a GMP environment.
+ Assist in the writing of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and related documents.
+ Assist in the routine calibration and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and materials.
+ Participate in troubleshooting and investigations of analytical issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions as required.
+ Develop and maintain appropriate documentation, including protocol, reports, and data analysis.
+ Participate and support instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance activities.
+ Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, safety guidelines, and quality standards.
+ Work with RSO to ensure laboratory compliance with the radiation safety programs.
+ Provide technical support to other teams or business units as required.
+ Source and on-board analytical technologies as required.
**Education and Experience:**
+ BS in Chemistry, Science, or relevant field with 5+ years of analytical or radiochemistry experience
+ MS in Chemistry, Science, or relevant field with 3+ years of analytical or radiochemistry experience
+ Experience with injectable pharmaceuticals or radiopharmaceuticals strongly preferred
+ Experience with HPLC, TLC, GC, Gamma Spec, and ICP all strongly preferred
**Skills and Qualifications:**
+ Highly motivated and organized professional with the ability to work independently or in a team environment
+ Multi-disciplined scientist with GMP experience
+ Experience with root cause techniques such as 6 M's, 5 Why's, fishbone, or similar preferred
+ Very personable with strong communication skills
+ Excellent professional ethics, integrity, and ability to maintain confidential information
+ Must be comfortable working in a controlled environment with ionizing radiation and able to lift 40 lbs.
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**Company:** Bristol-Myers Squibb
**Req Number:** R1589155
**Updated:** 2025-02-08 02:40:30.558 UTC
**Location:** Indianapolis-IN
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