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We have an exciting opening at our Cambridge site for a co-op to perform laboratory work developing general methods that could be used to enable early discovery activities. 

The Chemical Biology group located at the Cambridge Crossing (MA) site, is seeking a skilled and motivated scientist with experience in various aspects of molecular and cell biology. The Chemical Biology Group at BMS focuses on several key areas, including but not limited to: New target identification and validation, elucidating drug mechanism of action, and the assessment and development of novel modalities for use in drug discovery. The successful candidate will provide data on novel pharmaceutical candidates within these areas of research. This position would be focused on the development, optimization and execution of Targeted protein degradation assays, and some molecular biology assays, including cell signaling, cell line characterization, and Western blots.  

• Perform cell-based studies using a variety of laboratory techniques, including mammalian cell culture, Western blotting, ELISA, MSD, genetic engineering (lentiviral, CRISPR, RNAi).

• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of chemical biologists, chemists, biochemists, and proteomics experts to develop new technologies and discover new targets.

• Maintain thorough scientific records and present at group meetings. 

• Trained in molecular and cell biology
• Experience independently generating precise, reliable data and performing data analysis
• Hands-on experience in cell culture and characterization of cells from human and animal tissues is desired

• Two years of cell biology and/or molecular biology course work at the college level, a strong academic record (≥ 3.0 GPA), and at least three semesters of laboratory course work and/or research
• Self-motivated to learn and contribute, demonstrated examples of independent productivity and team-based interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, record keeping, presentation, collaboration and organizational skills
• Enthusiasm for science, laboratory work and drug discovery
• Prior laboratory experience in an academic setting and/or biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry

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.

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