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Drug Discovery Research
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We are seeking a Senior Associate Scientist to join the Oncogenesis Thematic Research Center in San Diego, CA. We are looking for a collaborative, passionate, and motivated biologist with extensive experience in molecular and cellular biology. The candidate will join the Protein Homeostasis group, focusing on innovative cell biology and proteomics technologies to support early drug discovery. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, clear communication abilities, and a desire to contribute to cutting-edge research in targeted protein degradation. This opportunity is ideal for biologists with an interest in building expertise in mass spectrometry-based proteomics and data analysis, regardless of previous proteomics experience.
Position Responsibilities:
Culture, maintain, treat, and collect cell lines for assay development and routine cellular, molecular, and proteomic characterization (e.g. measuring cell growth, density, viability; measuring protein levels; and preparing samples for downstream proteomics).
Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize in vitro biochemical and cellular assays.
Analyze and interpret experimental data, summarize results, and propose follow-up experiments to test biological hypotheses.
Collaborate with colleagues in other functional areas to design experiments for target validation, selectivity assessments, mechanism of action studies, and biomarker discovery.
Engage in scientific discussions and share ideas with an internal team of cross-functional biologists and proteomic scientists.
Maintain accurate electronic laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
Opportunities to develop skills and experience in mass spectrometry-based proteomics.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
4+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Or
Master’s Degree
2+ years of academic and / or industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
In-depth knowledge and experience with molecular and cellular biology, including mammalian tissue culture, cell line generation and maintenance, cell proliferation and viability assays, immunopurification, and methods for protein detection and quantification (e.g. western blot, imaging).
Experience with proteomics sample preparation is desirable but not essential.
Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced dynamic team environment.
Excellent data organization, cataloguing, and summarizing skills.
Comfortable analyzing and interpreting experimental data. A desire to develop skills in proteomics data analysis is a plus.
Passion for method development and scientific innovation, especially as it applies to targeted protein degradation, ubiquitin-proteasome system biology, functional proteomics technologies, and/or oncology research.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $83,000 - $114,400 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 Year’s 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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