QC STAT Associate

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Bristol-Myers Squibb is seeking a quality control professional to join our QC STAT team, performing QC testing in support of biologics bulk drug substance manufacturing using defined methods in a cGMP compliant laboratory. The QC Associate assures test results are accurately recorded and abnormal data or equipment/instrument malfunctions are promptly reported to his/her supervisor.

The QC STAT AM team works a 12-hour shift (5AM to 5PM) with rotating workdays across a 2-week period (36/48).

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine testing and data review of in-process and batch release samples of Bulk Drug Substance in a cGMP compliant environment.
• Performs routine assays such as UV-VIS Spectrometry, Titer, utility testing, personnel and environmental monitoring, Total Organic Carbon testing, and more complex assays including various HPLC methodologies (e.g., sialic acid).
• Performs broad range of troubleshooting techniques and leads such within area of expertise.
• May write and revise SOPs for managerial review and approval.
• May train less experienced analysts on basic and some more complex test methods.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of science generally attained through studies resulting in a BS degree, preferably in Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline.
• A minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a Biologics QC laboratory or related biopharmaceutical cGLP or cGMP lab.
• Experience in analytical test methods such as UV/Vis, HPLC, TOC, and protein purification highly preferred.
• Knowledge of lab software applications (e.g., LIMS, ELN (LES/SmartLab), Empower) preferred.
• Excellent manual dexterity including proficiency in aseptic techniques desired.
• High attention to detail with strong general laboratory and good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team, to complete assignments within defined time constraints.
• Ability to interpret and apply cGMPs, USP, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Demonstrates problem solving and analytical thinking skills.

Work Environment:

• QC Associates will work in teams and have continual interaction with members of his/her team as well as other teams throughout the facility to exchange information regarding testing completed, in process and planned. 
• All QC Associates will have daily contact with her/his supervisory staff for work assignments, coaching and general management discussions. Incumbents normally receive general instructions on routine work and specific instructions on new assignments.
• Occasional contact with other line management staff relating to specific project responsibilities may be expected.

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On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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