Entry Level
Associate, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA
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Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Associate, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy to join our QC Microbiology team at the Cell Therapy Facility (CTF) in Devens, MA. Responsible for supporting QC testing for in-process, final product, stability samples and for supporting environmental and facility monitoring. May assist with documentation, deviations, investigations, and continuous improvement efforts.
Shifts Available:
Sunday – Wednesday, 6am – 4pm (A1 - position requires shift coverage consisting of weekdays, weekends, holidays and during adverse weather conditions), onsite
Responsibilities:
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Perform routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples.
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Perform environmental/facilities monitoring and microbiological testing.
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May review GMP documentation and perform data verification.
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Support document revision, project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.
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May train analysts on general job duties.
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Perform other tasks as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Ability to accurately and completely understand and follow procedures.
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Apply scientific principles to QC testing and the proper use of laboratory equipment.
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Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management regarding task completion, roadblocks, and needs.
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Attention to detail and demonstrated organizational skills.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
Basic Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree preferred in science. Associate degree with equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
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0-2+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
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Demonstrated experience with basic laboratory techniques and basic laboratory safety practices.
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Prior experience with microbiological techniques is preferred.
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Compensation Overview:
Devens - MA - US: $36.90 - $44.71per hour
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. 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 https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
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Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
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Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
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Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
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US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
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Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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On-site Protocol
BMS has an 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.
Supporting People with Disabilities
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Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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R1605361 : Associate, QC Microbiology, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA
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