Senior Scientist

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Scientist with oncology drug discovery and development experience to join the ImmunoBiology team as part of the Cancer Immunology Thematic Research Center (Redwood City, CA). The individual will help drive early drug discovery programs across both large and small molecules from target identification through target validation and lead optimization and, ultimately, toward clinical proof of concept in patients. The individual will work collaboratively with drug discovery, predictive science, translational and clinical teams to advance therapeutic candidates and build a deeper understanding of the role for modulating the immunobiology in the tumor microenvironment. The qualified candidate will bring extensive knowledge in oncology, drug development, and immunology to the team.

Please note, this position will be located in Redwood City, CA initially, but will eventually be located in Brisbane, CA

Position Responsibilities

In the role as Sr. Scientist within the ImmunoBiology team, the ideal candidate will:

Design and execute robust preclinical data packages to support drug discovery programs

Contribute to exploratory target identification and validation of novel targets and biology

Provide biology discovery support for immunobiology facing clinical assets

Contribute to the project development and perform cellular immunological techniques including multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, in vitro and ex vivo immune cell assays

Opportunities to formulate and guide strategies for targeting the tumor microenvironment

Apply scientific and / or technical skills and functional knowledge to conduct experiments / research / studies in assigned area

Adapt standard methods and techniques by applying breadth of knowledge and prior work experience

Contribute to initiatives related to continuous improvement or development of new approaches / technologies

Lead discussions and make presentations in multidisciplinary meetings, logically presenting information to convey clear, key messages

Represent department or function on program / project team or sub-team

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree

7 years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

Masters 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:

Strong background in biologics and/or small molecule drug discovery, including the ability to design and execute a strategy to validate and optimize drug candidates.

Understanding of, and experience with human blood, mouse tissue and immune and tumor functional assay development is required

Experience with multi-color flow cytometry for immune cell profiling is required

Knowledge of bioinformatics and/or computational biology is a plus

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and innovative research environment

Effectively communicate methods, results, and recommendations in multiple settings – including team and project meetings and seminars

Maintain accurate and well-organized laboratory records and notebooks

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $109,000 – $150,700 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 Career Site.

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 Years 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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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1585836

Updated: 2024-09-26 01:59:04.450 UTC

Location: Redwood City-CA

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