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BMS encompasses a broad range of disciplines to enable a robust pipeline of drug candidates aimed at serious diseases.  Chemistry is a core capability in Small Molecule & Drug Discovery with innovative scientists working in medicinal chemistry, radiochemistry, analytical chemistry, and large-scale synthesis.  Within SMDD our Lead Discovery and Optimization (LDO) team is responsible for high throughput screening, compound storage and distribution, primary assays to support discovery programs, and compound profiling to explore drug liabilities in vitro.   LDO scientists discover and adopt cutting edge assay technologies that utilize state-of-the-art automation to drive speed and efficiency.  Our Molecular Structure and Design team embraces novel approaches to computer-aided drug design, machine learning, and structural biology.  The integration of these disciplines provides a seamless and highly interactive environment for discovery scientists to learn, develop, and innovate.  Working in partnership with our disease area experts in the Thematic Research Centers provides an exciting pathway to discover and deliver medicines to patients in need.

Scientist – Biophysical Mass Spectrometry

Lead Discovery & Optimization (LDO) is a dynamic organization that supports the entirety of drug discovery (from lead identification to clinical candidate delivery) at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). We employ state of the art technologies, complemented by deep subject matter expertise and broad scientific knowledge, to deliver innovative and comprehensive preclinical in vitro datasets to support our drug discovery pipeline in disease areas such as cell therapy, oncology, immunology, fibrosis, neuroscience, and cardiovascular diseases.

We are seeking a Scientist for the LDO ADME/MS (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion/mass spectrometry) group located in Princeton, NJ. This individual will use various mass spectrometric technologies to perform high-throughput biophysical experiments such as affinity selection mass spectrometry (ASMS) for hit identification and triaging, and label-free binding affinity determination by mass spectrometry. This individual will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the BMS Research portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge in bioanalysis, biochemistry, biophysics and hands-on experience in automation, liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. Self-motivation, scientific curiosity, attention to details, and strong communication and problem-solving skills are required. This is a hands-on, laboratory-based position.    

Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of biophysical mass spectrometry experimentation, including assay incubation, 2D liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry analysis, data processing, review, and publication.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated liquid handling, multiplexed liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry instrumentation.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts in assay evolution, new assay design, technology evaluation/ implementation and process optimization.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree 5+ years of academic / industry experience or Master's Degree 3+ years of academic / industry experience or PhD No experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in bioanalysis, biochemistry, biophysics or a related field with 0-2 years of relevant research or industry experience.
• Strong background in bioanalysis, biochemistry, biophysics or protein science is a must, and hands-on experience in biophysical characterization with mass spectrometry and other techniques is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with others working in a matrix team environment are required.

• Proficiency in general computer software, as well as vendor-specific instrument control and data analysis tools is required.
• A working knowledge of allied disciplines such as medicinal chemistry, lab automation, high throughput screening, data visualization and AI/ML model building is helpful.

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.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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