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The Co-Op position will be in the Gene Delivery Clinical Manufacturing Facility (GDCMF) group in Summit, NJ, and be responsible for the manufacturing of gene-delivery components and their tech transfer to the GMP facility for clinical manufacturing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute harvest and downstream processing of gene-editing components or vector substances produced in mammalian cell culture.
• Routinely perform cell culture or downstream purification and sample analysis in support of clinical manufacturing.
• Work collaboratively with other functional groups such as process development, QC, MSAT, and materials management to accomplish project goals and milestones.
• Perform routine operational activities including media and buffer preparation, bioreactor operation, chromatography, and downstream filtration unit operations.
• Use creative problem-solving skills to troubleshoot scale-up challenges.
• Detail-oriented tracking and documenting of results in Forms, Manufacturing Batch Records (MBRs), etc.
• Analyze, summarize, and present experimental results to manager and other team members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or equivalent with a graduation date of December 2024 or later.
• Critical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required.
• Hands-on lab or pilot plant experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience with upstream or downstream manufacturing operations including chromatography, filtration, automated bioreactor operations, and AKTA systems (particularly unicorn software) is preferred.
• Previous experience in upstream or downstream laboratory or pilot scale processing is preferred
• Candidate must be a US citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the US or otherwise authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a typical manufacturing environment, with possible exposure to hazardous chemicals. Proper use of PPE is required and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety guidelines. Work may require lifting, standing and walking for up to 50-60% of the time. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no abnormal conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

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

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

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.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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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.