Co-Op – Discovery Immunology

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Position Summary

The Discovery Immunology group within the Immunology and Cardiovascular Thematic Research Center (ICV-TRC) at BMS are dedicated to developing and utilizing cutting-edge technologies to identify and validate therapeutics to treat patients with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about science and eager to gain hands-on research experience in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting. During this 6-month program, you will work closely with a mentor on an exciting project, learning and applying various cellular, molecular, genetic, and immunological techniques to validate the role specific genes play in inflammatory diseases. You will be mentored in developing critical thinking, laboratory skills, data and literature analysis, and presentation/verbal communication skills. Additionally, you will have opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, to broaden your understanding of target identification and drug development.

A Co-op position within the Discovery Immunology team will contribute meaningfully to the validation and progression of novel therapies aimed at treating patients. This is a valuable opportunity for a student to perform innovative work, learn about the drug development process, and develop educational and technical skills for application in a scientific career path.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to discovery project which is aligned with Immunology Research objectives and participate in BMS Co-op program requirements.
• Isolation and culture of purified primary mammalian immune cells.
• Design and perform genetic knockout experiments in primary immune cells using an established CRISPR/Cas9 gene knockout system.
• Assess the function and phenotype of genetically edited immune cells using molecular techniques (Nucleic Acid Isolation, PCR, ELISA, Western Blot, and qPCR), in vitro co-culture assays, and multiparameter flow cytometry.
• Analyze, compile, and present results when necessary to the appropriate forums.
• Maintain an electronic record of all experiments and resulting data.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed 2+ years of a relevant life science undergraduate degree or be enrolled in a relevant graduate level degree program.

• Prior relevant research experience including mammalian tissue culture required.
• Experience in molecular techniques (RT-PCR, western blot, etc.) preferred.
• A general practical or theoretical understanding of immunology is preferred.
• Possess a high level of critical thinking, high energy, independence, a strong desire to learn new techniques, and the ability to work in a highly dynamic research organization.
• Minimum three (3) semesters of laboratory course work.
• Strong academic record (≥ 3.0 GPA).
• Able to commit to continuous full-time employment from January-July/August.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Must be willing to work with human and mouse primary tissues.

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.

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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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