At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Position Summary

Heart failure (HF) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States affecting 5.7 million people. Myocardial infarction (MI) and subsequent heart failure are still the leading cause of death worldwide accounting for more than 7 million deaths annually. Human fibrotic diseases also constitute a major health problem worldwide.  Fibrosis, defined as excessive connective tissue deposition, is commonly associated with high morbidity and mortality. The demand for innovative pharmacotherapies to address those unmet medical needs remains high. The Cardiovascular and Fibrosis Discovery biology group at BMS seeks to identify and develop effective therapies for these serious, untreatable, and often fatal conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• The summer intern(s) will work with a mentor to perform in vitro and/or in vivo experiments in one of our many discovery programs within CV Fibrosis.   The internship will provide the student an opportunity to gain educational and technical experience with common pharmacological and analytical methods such as cell culture, immunomagnetic cell isolation, tissue digestion, nucleic acid isolation, RT-qPCR, histology, multiplex protein analysis and flow cytometry. They will also gain experience working as part of a research team and provide an experience that will be helpful in future decisions regarding career path and areas of interest. 

• Closely collaborate with scientists within department and with external partners.

• Analyze experimental data and formally present summary of research project to CV/Fibrosis Department at the conclusion of the program

• Maintain documentation of experiments in an electronic lab notebook

• Work with program scientists to understand experimental design and execution

• Learn and perform laboratory techniques required for project completion

Qualifications & Experience

• The candidate(s) will be a student enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate program in biology, biochemistry, cell or molecular biology. 

• Lab experience is preferred.

• Ideal candidate has some experience in cell culture, pipetting, centrifugation etc.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Customer-oriented attitude toward scientific colleagues.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. 

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation.  Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.  This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or if you are applying to a role based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment process, please direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visitcareers.bms.com/eeo-accessibilityto access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases in areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular, fibrosis and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.