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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.
The Leads Discovery & Optimization (LDO) is a dynamic organization that supports the entire continuum of drug discovery (from lead identification to clinical candidate delivery) at Bristol Myers Squibb. The organization leverages 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 and cardiovascular diseases.
The Biochemistry & Biophysics Team in Lead Discovery & Optimization at Bristol Myers Squibb in Cambridge is seeking a highly motivated mass spectrometry specialist for a Scientist position. The successful candidate will apply mass spectrometry to characterize recombinant proteins, study protein modifications and degradations, and develop analytical methods for small molecule detection to characterize biochemical reactions and interrogate small molecule inhibition of enzymes. An ideal candidate would also have some experience in biophysical characterization of protein and protein-small molecule interactions via mass spectrometry using techniques such as HDX-MS
Responsibilities:
- Develop, optimize, validate, trouble shoot, and execute protein characterization, modification, and degradation experiments using mass spectrometry
- Develop, optimize, validate, trouble shoot, and execute biochemical and biophysical assays on the interaction of recombinant proteins with small molecule inhibitors/binders using mass spectrometry
- Maintain mass spectrometry equipment to ensure good working order
- Perform plate-based biochemical and biophysical assays as needed
- Analyze and report assay results to the corporate database and project teams
Technical Skills:
- Ph.D. degree, a M.S. degree with at least 2 years of experience
- Solid training and hands-on experience with quantitative LC-MS and LC-MS/MS analysis of recombinant proteins and protein modifications and degradations in cell-free environment and cell cultures
- Solid training and hands-on experience with quantitative LC-MS and LC-MS/MS analysis of small molecule transformation in enzymatic reactions and protein-small molecule interaction matrices
- Experience and understanding of separation techniques to isolate molecules of interest
- Training with software needed for data analysis and interpretation
- Experience with plate-based biochemical and biophysical assays and analysis of enzyme inhibition data and binding isotherms is a strong plus
- Familiarity with MALDI MS and/or high throughput screening is a plus
Other Attributes:
- Function independently within project teams
- Reliably execute on team responsibilities in a timely manner
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Highly self-motivated & fueled by a fundamental interest in contributing to science in general, and drug discovery in particular
- Ability to influence in a matrix environment
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Drug Dev and Preclinical Studies
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.
Cell Therapy is one of the most groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today. With therapies only in their infancy and BMS’s continued investment in our Cell Therapy capabilities, the growth potential of this science, your career, and the ability to help patients are incredible.
We are looking for a Process Engineer to join the drug product team within the Cell Therapy GMSAT (Global Manufacturing Science and Technology) department.
Global Manufacturing Sciences and Technology is responsible for tech transfer, support and harmonization of Cell Therapy Manufacturing Processes across the manufacturing network throughout the product life-cycle from pre-clinical through commercial manufacturing.
The Senior Specialist, Process Engineer II - Cell Therapy Product Steward will be responsible for the implementation of cell therapy manufacturing technologies, including cross-departmental collaboration to enable facility fit, development of process documentation (Batch Records, Forms, etc), e-systems deployment, inspection readiness, and training. The Process Engineer II will support product lifecycle management, including commercialization and evolution of cell therapy products as well as day to day operations to ensure reliable quality supply. The role collaborates across all CMC functional areas to ensure project advancement, rapid and best in class execution, and communication of challenges/opportunities.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support process and technology transfers, change management, and technical process support for cell therapy products.
- Implement and support the creation and execution of process control strategies including process risk assessments and continued process verification.
- Support production related investigations, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Perform monitoring of manufacturing processes to understand process capability.
- Provide necessary technical analysis to support impact assessments and investigations.
- Develop, execute and implement manufacturing process improvement activities in accordance with the overall life cycle plan for the product
- Share operational and process leanings with the rest of the manufacturing network
Basic Qualifications:
- MSc or BSc in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering or equivalent with minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience. Familiarity with cell therapy processes and cGMPs is preferred.
- Ability to effectively work in cross functional teams, meet deadlines, and prioritize responsibilities.
- Experience working in a self-driven, performance/results oriented, fast paced matrix environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, including issue resolution, root cause investigations and CAPAs.
- Ability to assess risk and develop contingency plans for process risks
- Able to manage time and elevate relevant issues to project lead and line management.
- Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to work with teams in different functions and organizations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with cell therapy process development and / or manufacturing
- Experience with technology transfer in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency utilizing MS Office products and working knowledge of statistical software (R, JMP, Minitab)
- 2-3 years of experience in cell therapy process development and/or manufacturing.
- Experience with commercial product support, i.e. post-marketing commitments, on-going validation and comparability
If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients’ lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today.
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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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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.
Bristol Myers Squibb Poland
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, haematology, immunology, cardiovascular and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.
The Role
Bristol Myers Squibb is looking to recruit a permanent Clinical Trial Associate to join our team in Warsaw. The successful candidate will manage the administrative and business activities related to the conduct of clinical trials (registration and non- registration / Investigator Sponsored Research Studies) with investigative sites from study start-up to study closure.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Setting up vendors during study start up period (operational details from sites)
- Enter necessary data / tracking in systems (i.e. ECLIPSE, eTMF, SAP, SIP)
- Responsible for documentation within the electronic master file (uploading / completing documents) & other systems (i.e., document exchange portals like Mytrials/Shared Investigator Portal) including conduct of completeness checks
- Arranging drug and non-drug (Lab kits, ECG) importation to support study site
- Complete all payment activities including preparing invoices, Payment Due Reports and creating fund/PO
- Collect and distribute documents from / to sites during study life cycle
- Coordinate study related materials (i.e. protocol, Informed Consent Form(ICF), patient material) for translation
- Coordinate study related documents (IB, Protocol, Site ICF etc.) for printing and binding
- Administrative support to the study team (study related mailing, bill processing, printing, translation etc.)
- Obtain Insurance certificates
- Preparing On Site Investigator File and other study related files
- Support equipment calibration and tracking
- Archiving process handling at study closure
- May support Local GRS in preparing and/or performing submission for Health Authorities including follow up until approval. This could include preparation and/or submission of substantial amendments.
- May prepare and perform submission for Ethics Committees including follow up until approval (protocol, amendments/IB)
- May support Health Authority inspection and pre-inspection activities
- May support audit preparation & Corrective Action / Preventative Action preparation for local related issues
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree
- 2 years or more of industry related experience that includes experience in proceeding document collection and uploads to the systems, providing necessary data to the systems (CTMS, eTMF, SIP, SAP) including payment process
- Basic understanding of GCPs, ICH Guidelines and local regulations
- Basic knowledge of the drug development process as it relates to the execution of clinical trials with a focus on document flow
- Experience in managing multiple priorities and able to accomplish tasks within a timeframe, setting milestones to meet deadlines and to achieve goals
- Demonstrates ability to function independently
- General knowledge of software systems and web-based applications. Good computer aptitude and willingness to learn new systems and applications
- Good verbal and written communication skills (both in English and Polish)
What’s important to us
Employees are expected to display the BMS Values, which move us toward our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases:
- Passion: Our dedication to learning and excellence helps us to deliver exceptional results.
- Innovation: We pursue disruptive and bold solutions for patients.
- Urgency: We move together with speed and quality because patients are waiting.
- Accountability: We all own BMS’ success and strive to be transparent and deliver on our commitments.
- Integrity: We demonstrate ethics, integrity and quality in everything we do for patients, customers and colleagues.
- Inclusion: We embrace diversity and foster an environment where we can all work together at our full potential.
We have a passion for tackling the toughest diseases, which inspires innovation and speed in our daily work and a sense of accountability to the patients we serve.
Why you should apply
- You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
- You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
- You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package
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.
Drug Discovery Research
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.
Director, Biochemistry & Cellular Pharmacology, Leads Discovery and Optimization, Redwood City, CA
Description:
The Leads Discovery & Optimization (LDO) is a dynamic organization that supports the entire continuum of drug discovery (from lead identification to clinical candidate delivery) at Bristol Myers Squibb. The organization leverages 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 and cardiovascular diseases.
The LDO Redwood City team is seeking an exceptional scientific leader to join our team as Director, and Head of Biochemistry & Cellular Pharmacology group. This qualified individual will have demonstrated track record of success in managing scientists leading biochemistry and cellular pharmacology activities to support drug discovery programs from lead discovery through IND-enabling studies. This leader will mentor and train scientists in different biochemical and cellular assay formats to interrogate target biology, function and pharmacology with a translational line of sight. This individual will also play a leadership role representing LDO function on key strategic governance committees focused on programs within Tumor Microenvironment TRC.
As a Director within LDO, this qualified individual will assume the leadership role for our Biochemistry and Cellular Pharmacology group and set the strategic direction for this critical function. This individual will work with his/her team to propose in vitro assay paradigm for enabling lead discovery, mechanistic studies, and molecular profiling to drive chemistry design and optimization. This Director will manage the work of a dynamic and multidisciplinary group of scientists developing and implementing medium to high throughput cell-based assays (2D/3D cultures) using cutting edge and innovative technologies. This individual will play a critical role in for progressing a portfolio of programs in support of the Cambridge site drug discovery mission.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of scientists performing in vitro pharmacology studies with the goal of identifying novel drug candidates for supporting BMS RWC site programs
- Design, develop and direct the execution of physiologically relevant biochemical, biophysical and cell based assays critical to the discovery and evaluation of compound activity and mechanism of action studies
- Collaborate with key functional stakeholders in Biology, Chemistry, Translational pharmacology, DMPK to bridge LDO activities to critical path decision driving experiments
- Represent LDO function on site governance and present results and strategic vision to Biology and Chemistry leadership
Qualifications:
- PhD with 10+ years of relevant industry experience in early drug discovery setting
- Demonstrated track record of success in small molecule drug discovery and leadership/managerial capabilities in matrix environment
- Experienced leader with established track record of managing senior level PhD scientists
- Passionate about leveraging in vitro biochemical and cell-based systems in driving molecular discovery and optimization and bridging in in vitro datasets to in vivo PD/efficacy readouts
- A commitment to the highest quality research and ability to manage a diverse portfolio of programs with competing priorities
- Hands-on experience in cell-based assay development and execution, across different cellular assay formats (HTRF, BRET, luminescence, ALPHA technology, ELISA, western, etc.) and nucleic acid-based (RT-qPCR)), with a strong background in de novo assay design, quality control, and high-throughput processes
- Hands-on experience in developing biochemical assays (enzymatic turnover, protein-protein interactions, radioligand binding, probe displacement, etc.) across multiple protein classes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated strength in a matrix organization
- Established track record of successful multitasking and rapid execution across a portfolio of drug discovery programs with competing priorities
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Qlty Assurance Methods
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.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
The QSAT (Quality Science and Technology) team is responsible for overseeing and supporting the management of deviation records through the electronic quality record management system at the Jump located in Bothell, WA. The Deviation Investigator on the QSAT team is an individual contributor role responsible for investigating Notice of Event, Minor, Major, and Critical deviations to determine root cause, corrective actions, ensuring the written report contains the technical merit and completeness according to regulatory expectations. This position will be responsible for operating cross-functionally, collecting necessary data and information associated with the manufacturing and laboratory investigations and determine the associated corrective action to prevent the deviation from reoccurring
This person will be a key player in the Jump Quality Assurance team and a champion for quality priority principles and compliance within the Jump organization.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in relevant Science or Engineering discipline and/or equivalent combination of work experience is required.
Experience
5+ years of relevant cGMP experience. Experience in FDA/EMA regulation in the biotechnology and/or cellular therapy field is preferred.
Minimum of 4 years working within quality systems managing deviation and CAPA records.
Demonstrated proficiency in selection of team and effectively managing personnel issues is highly desired. Proven ability to demonstrate attention to detail, personal and team accountability where it is critical to success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expertise in GMP compliance and FDA/EMA regulations.
Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and to develop and maintain strong business partner relationships.
Innovative, proactive, and resourceful; committed to quality and continuous improvement.
Ability to anticipate and mitigate challenges.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key Responsibilities
Actively manages deviations to achieve RFT (right first time) and on-time phase completion, including deviation closure by the original due date
Immediately upon assignment of an investigation, partners with their investigation team (QA Reviewer/ Approver, SMEs [subject matter experts], and necessary stakeholders) on definition and alignment of the investigation plan, required data, and timing for completion. Continues to partner with investigation team throughout the investigation process to ensure agreement / alignment on root cause and CAPA
When CAPA are needed, facilitates the investigation / CAPA team to define objectives, deliverables, ownership, due dates, and effectiveness requirements
Ensures smooth transition of the defined CAPA to the owning department SME and ensures the CAPA progresses to implementation timely to ensure on-time deviation closure
Owns and investigates department-specific trend deviations. Leads investigation team to perform deep-dive analysis of department-specific trends, including to:
Assess trend details to ensure accuracy and alignment across the team
Facilitate in-depth root cause analysis to determine additional process and system failure modes
Evaluate previous root causes and CAPA (in-progress or implemented) identified to lessen the trend
Determine if previous identified CAPA are sufficient to reduce the trend by defined targets
Leads GEMBAs and interviews the people closest to the work to identify failure modes and seek further understanding of the deviations
Applies HOP (Human and Organizational Performance) principles to investigations
Uses both soft-skills and technical skills to drive the deviation and CAPA processes:
Demonstrates good teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills with all internal and external customers
Seeks to understand, demonstrates humility, and shows curiosity for learning
Completes deviations that are thorough, accurate, and complete
Understands the overall deviation and CAPA processes including all phases of the records and proper content for each phase
Understands appropriate assignment of classifications and requirements for each
Understands the importance and impact of lot association within deviations and the relation to product disposition
Captures the necessary data to support containment activities and impact assessment
Attaches all necessary supporting evidence to the electronic deviation and ensures all attachments have been referenced in the record
Performs investigations and root cause analyses that are commensurate to the event being investigated
Understands multiple RCA tools and when, where, and how to apply them
Utilizes good technical writing skills
Contacts vendor as needed to complete investigations in a timely manner
May participate on deviation governance teams, projects, and other initiatives
WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend; stretch; use hands and fingers, with various manipulations; reach with hands and arms; and effectively communicate with others in the workplace, including the ability to make and promptly respond to audible cues and warnings.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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.
Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Bio-pharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunoscience and fibrosis.
Join us and make a difference. We hire the best people and provide them with a work environment that places a premium on diversity, integrity, collaboration and personal development. Through a culture of inclusion, we create a better, more productive work environment. We believe that the diverse experiences and perspectives of all our employees help to drive innovation and transformative business results.
Bristol Myers Squibb is a global bio-pharmaceutical company committed to transforming patients’ lives through science. At the core of that mission are the talented individuals who contribute their “unique” skill-sets to help us drive innovation and deliver truly life-changing drugs for our patients. As we continue to pursue that mission, we’re looking for talented professionals like you to join our team.
Specialist, Digital Capability Management Role will function as a team member within IT Global Product Development and Supplies (GPS) Applications & Lab services Team supporting applications in product development and lab computing services space.
This role will partner with GPS, other internal IT service teams, outsourcing partners, and vendors to define, prioritize, plan, deliver and support strategic digital capabilities. This role is accountable for the controlled production support and life cycle management for applications used in GPS.
This role will partner with GPS Business applications teams and GPS IT business partners, other internal IT service teams, outsourcing partners, and vendors to define, prioritize, plan, deliver and support digital capabilities.
Specialist, Digital Capability Management Responsibilities
- Accountable for the controlled production support and lifecycle management for GPS applications.
- Accountable for delivery of committed business outcomes of digital capabilities implemented within the respective area
- Work with a dynamic team to oversee the design and implementation of custom /cots applications
- Collaborate directly with the business clients, IT Business Partners and other IT functions on delivery of digital capabilities.
- Monitor IT service provider resource consumption, review demand and change requests for support work related to COTS/custom applications.
Qualifications:
- BS/ MS in information technology, Science, engineering or with equivalent experience in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- 10+ years’ experience in IT with demonstrated success in delivering and supporting SaaS, COTS, custom-built solutions and managing/partnering with software vendors and service providers.
- Strong project management skills, and experience with agile and scrum methodologies.
- Must have knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and of computer systems validation (CSV)
- Experience working in large and/or complex IT programs, preferably within the pharmaceutical development domain.
- Must have experience in pharmaceutical industry and an understanding of the drug development process.
- Knowledgeable in enterprise lab systems, pharma 4.0 technologies and Quality Management concepts that are used in Bio Pharma industry laboratory settings.
- Demonstrated ability to use structured problem solving and available tools to quickly evaluate problems, identify root causes, create action plans, assess impact and develop resolution options
- Ability to apply technical solutions to business processes.
- Experience working with offshore technical development team.
- Knowledge of relational, NoSQL and Object oriented databases.
- Knowledge of cGxP and 21CFR Part11 standards.
- Knowledge of Java/JSP, J2EE, XML, SOAP, JSON/REST services, .Net technologies
- knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies and third-party SaaS products
Ideal Candidates Would Also Have
- Extensive experience in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.
- Extensive knowledge of Chromatography Data Software (CDS), Lab execution systems (LES) and lab instrument software.
- Hands on experience in executing POC and pilot projects using technologies that enable digital transformation.
- Knowledgeable in various enterprise lab systems like Electronic Lab Notebook(ELN), Lab Information Management Systems (LIMS), Scientific Data Management System(SDMS),
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Information Management
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.
Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global Biopharma company committed to a single mission: to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines focused on helping millions of patients around the world in disease areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunescience and fibrosis. Join us and make a difference. We hire the best people and provide them with a work environment that places a premium on diversity, integrity, collaboration and personal development. Through a culture of inclusion, we create a better, more productive work environment. We believe that the diverse experiences and perspectives of all our employees help to drive innovation and transformative business results.
This role is part of the IT Provider Financial Management team. This team ensures accurate and timely financial management for key IT delivery providers by maintaining controls and facilitating approval reviews. It owns and improves provider consumption governance aiming to strengthen controls and streamline process. Finally, it advises on the IT delivery provider finances through issue resolution, reporting, planning and analysis.
This role is responsible for partnering with IT Leadership Team, IT Finance and Digital Capability Managers (DCMs) to promote transparency in the cost management process and reporting. It also collaborates with the IT Provider Governance team and is responsible for the Consumption and Financial Management functions of the overall service provider governance.
Detailed Position Responsibilities:
- Accountable for the accuracy, collection, issue management and reporting of major provider consumption spend.
- Implement and manage a centralized provider spend process.
- Advise executives on the financial impact of decisions that are being made and how they compare with the projections or budget estimates.
- Prepare consolidated view of user demand and provider consumption data. These enterprise views will track status, as well as, risks, issues, improvements and opportunities related to Delivery projects and other activities.
- Support Digital Capability Managers regarding provider cost management processes and enterprise application level reporting requirements.
- Partner with IT Finance to foster transparency into costs, consumption, demand and performance.
- Responsible for the delivery of the budget-projection and monthly accrual processes as they relate to key vendors’ activities.
- Partner with Provider Governance, assisting in ensuring provider contracts align with enterprise cost management process and performance reporting requirements.
- Supports the process of all tools utilized in the Demand, Fulfillment & IT Financial Management.
- Supports the Celgene integration Financial efforts as it relates to the service providers or vendors.
- Leverage project financial and operational insights to advise decision making and identify improvement opportunities.
Desired Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Computer Science or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
- Industry Experience: 5+ years’ experience in IT and/or Finance preferably based at a bio/pharmaceutical company.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking, leadership, partnering, and energizing cross functional teams.
- Must have extensive experience in financial processes and internal controls, and how they apply to IT and the pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated competency of analyzing and defining business processes, using structured problem solving and available tools to quickly evaluate problems, identify root cause, create action plans, assess impact and develop resolution options.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, process knowledge and lateral thinking.
- Manages multiple sometimes conflicting priorities, challenges the status quo, and exercises diplomacy all while maintaining a high comfort level for ambiguity.
- Acts with integrity and develops credibility through an action-oriented approach that demonstrates accountability for results.
- Ability to navigate and thrive in a complex environment.
- Advanced MS Excel skills should include pivot tables, data merging, charting, pivot charts, data models, etc.
- Experience reporting on data from commercial tools; experience in ServiceNow and SAP is a plus.
- Excellent teamwork & interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate with employees & management at all levels. Strong facilitation & meeting management skills.
- Strong communicator via all media: collaboration technologies (SharePoint, Skype, etc.) & presentations written, emails, verbal – with a wide variety of audiences.
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Qlty Assurance Methods
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.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
The QSAT (Quality Science and Technology) team is responsible for overseeing and supporting the management of deviation records through the electronic quality record management system at the Jump located in Bothell, WA. The Deviation Investigator on the QSAT team is an individual contributor role responsible for investigating Notice of Event, Minor, Major, and Critical deviations to determine root cause, corrective actions, ensuring the written report contains the technical merit and completeness according to regulatory expectations. This position will be responsible for operating cross-functionally, collecting necessary data and information associated with the manufacturing and laboratory investigations and determine the associated corrective action to prevent the deviation from reoccurring
This person will be a key player in the Jump Quality Assurance team and a champion for quality priority principles and compliance within the Jump organization.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in relevant Science or Engineering discipline and/or equivalent combination of work experience is required.
Experience
5+ years of relevant cGMP experience. Experience in FDA/EMA regulation in the biotechnology and/or cellular therapy field is preferred.
Minimum of 4 years working within quality systems managing deviation and CAPA records.
Demonstrated proficiency in selection of team and effectively managing personnel issues is highly desired. Proven ability to demonstrate attention to detail, personal and team accountability where it is critical to success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expertise in GMP compliance and FDA/EMA regulations.
Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and to develop and maintain strong business partner relationships.
Innovative, proactive, and resourceful; committed to quality and continuous improvement.
Ability to anticipate and mitigate challenges.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key Responsibilities
Actively manages deviations to achieve RFT (right first time) and on-time phase completion, including deviation closure by the original due date
Immediately upon assignment of an investigation, partners with their investigation team (QA Reviewer/ Approver, SMEs [subject matter experts], and necessary stakeholders) on definition and alignment of the investigation plan, required data, and timing for completion. Continues to partner with investigation team throughout the investigation process to ensure agreement / alignment on root cause and CAPA
When CAPA are needed, facilitates the investigation / CAPA team to define objectives, deliverables, ownership, due dates, and effectiveness requirements
Ensures smooth transition of the defined CAPA to the owning department SME and ensures the CAPA progresses to implementation timely to ensure on-time deviation closure
Owns and investigates department-specific trend deviations. Leads investigation team to perform deep-dive analysis of department-specific trends, including to:
Assess trend details to ensure accuracy and alignment across the team
Facilitate in-depth root cause analysis to determine additional process and system failure modes
Evaluate previous root causes and CAPA (in-progress or implemented) identified to lessen the trend
Determine if previous identified CAPA are sufficient to reduce the trend by defined targets
Leads GEMBAs and interviews the people closest to the work to identify failure modes and seek further understanding of the deviations
Applies HOP (Human and Organizational Performance) principles to investigations
Uses both soft-skills and technical skills to drive the deviation and CAPA processes:
Demonstrates good teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills with all internal and external customers
Seeks to understand, demonstrates humility, and shows curiosity for learning
Completes deviations that are thorough, accurate, and complete
Understands the overall deviation and CAPA processes including all phases of the records and proper content for each phase
Understands appropriate assignment of classifications and requirements for each
Understands the importance and impact of lot association within deviations and the relation to product disposition
Captures the necessary data to support containment activities and impact assessment
Attaches all necessary supporting evidence to the electronic deviation and ensures all attachments have been referenced in the record
Performs investigations and root cause analyses that are commensurate to the event being investigated
Understands multiple RCA tools and when, where, and how to apply them
Utilizes good technical writing skills
Contacts vendor as needed to complete investigations in a timely manner
May participate on deviation governance teams, projects, and other initiatives
WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend; stretch; use hands and fingers, with various manipulations; reach with hands and arms; and effectively communicate with others in the workplace, including the ability to make and promptly respond to audible cues and warnings.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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.
Job Requirements
- The individual will exhibit a high-level of professionalism in all interactions both externally and internally and should have experience handling a vast range of administrative tasks with minimal supervision.
- Will work in fast-paced high intensity environment and should be capable of the utmost discretion with regards to confidential matters.
- Important characteristics for this position are attention to detail, assertive decision making, being proactive, resourceful, efficient, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong follow up skills.
- This position requires a positive and proactive team player and relationship builder with strong administrative capabilities with the ability to interface with all levels of BMS management as well as external partners/vendors in a professional manner.
Primary Responsibilities
- Complex calendar management including timely scheduling to ensure meetings are prioritized and occur within appropriate timelines. Adjusts calendars as needed to accommodate urgent meetings. Calendar coordination requiring interaction with internal and external assistants, executives, and consultants to plan complex meetings
- Handle various correspondence and information that is sensitive and confidential in nature
- Builds relationships easily with Executive Associates and business leaders inside & outside the team
- Process check requests, reimbursements, and invoices via SAP
- Assist with onboarding and off-boarding procedures for employees in Devens
- Adheres to T&E policies including booking domestic and international travel, coordination of agendas, visas, and other documents necessary for travel, and monthly reconciliation of business expenses using Concur software
- Prioritizes activities and takes prompt action based on an understanding of departmental objectives and business needs
- Consistently demonstrates strong initiative and follow-up with focus on details. Must be proficient working with minimal supervision
- Maintain complex department-wide organizational charts using OrgPlus software
- Update and maintain department SharePoint
- Ordering supplies for Devens site employees in coordination with other site admins
- Create and execute purchase order requests and maintenance using the Ariba system
- eTime coordinator for all of MS&T Groups
- Service Requests for room setups at various sites as well as catering requests using Catertrax system for meetings
- Town Hall Preparation and coordination including room booking across sites, coordination of presentation during meeting and assisting with slide preparation
- Function as seating liaison for employee seating assignments, track available seating in BDB areas for the Devens
- Coordinates with other administrative assistants/coordinators as required and as back up support when requested
- Work with all site admins to support site functions & events and maintain administrative coverage for the site
- Assist with planning and execution of bi-annual PD/MS&T Summit in Spring (Virtual) and Fall (F2F)
- Own the execution of the Monthly Biotech Talk Speaking Series as well as update and monitor SharePoint site as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High School degree, some college or degree desirable
- 6 years administrative or comparable experience; prior Executive Associate experience preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint). Knowledge of BMS Systems and Processes, video conferencing and Microsoft teams, skype
- Concur Travel and T&E, Ariba/SAP, SharePoint, myBMS, eTime, Workday, Room Scheduler.
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize, pro-actively work independently and collaboratively with other administrative assistants/external partners, across organizational levels, functions, and supports business needs across different time-zones and during periods of heavy workload.
- Successful candidate must be able to learn new tools and systems in an ever-evolving environment.
- Exhibits a positive work attitude, and high productivity.
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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.
Bristol Myers Squibb is looking for an experienced team leader and transactional attorney to join its Law Department. Bristol Myers Squibb is a global BioPharma company firmly focused on its mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. We focus on the needs of health care professionals, patients, employees, shareholders and our communities, giving maximum priority to developing innovative medicines, accelerating pipeline development, delivering solid growth, continuing to manage costs, and adhering to high standards of business conduct and ethics. We are looking for an experienced transactional attorney and demonstrated team leader, who can be successful within our fast-paced, adaptive and focused culture.
Overview:
This position is responsible for leading, developing and managing the Strategic Corporate Transactions (SCT) Legal Enabling Services and IT team. This team comprises approximately 4 or more attorneys who are responsible for providing legal advice, guidance and support to HQ, US, global and above-market business transactions for BMS’ Enabling Services and IT functions. The position will also be the primary legal point of contact for the BMS Strategic Sourcing & Procurement organizations supporting these transactions, and their respective senior leaders. In addition, the position will be responsible for providing practical legal advice and support relative to the contract management policy and associated training, processes and systems, as well as contract process engineering and risk management advice to relevant business units.
This position will report to the Head of the SCT within the BMS Law Department and be a member of the SCT Leadership Team.
Responsibilities/Competencies:
- Provide senior advice and leadership to the SCT as a member of the SCT Leadership Team, including proactively identifying and driving the implementation of strategic initiatives that lead to higher organizational performance and advance the company’s critical priorities.
- Provide advanced-level support and knowledge-leadership within the SCT Legal team for all categories of Enabling Services and IT deals.
- Lead and manage the team to create a vision and drive the development and implementation of a strategic plan for providing contract legal support of Enabling Services and IT business deals that is integrated with the strategies of the broader SCT team and key stakeholders.
- Lead and drive talent development, diversity and succession planning strategy within the team.
- Lead major and complex deal negotiations and provide direct counseling to senior management on HQ, US, global and above-market Enabling Services and IT deals and related matters, such as interpretation of contractual rights and obligations and major contract disputes.
- Identify and resolve critical legal issues and identify and help resolve critical business issues arising from transactions.
- Serve as the primary SCT liaison to senior management within the Enabling Services and IT functions and to Strategic Sourcing and Procurement organizations supporting such organizations, as well as to other key senior stakeholders for relevant contract matters (e.g., Audit, Compliance, Human Resources, Finance and other Legal subject matter experts).
- Oversee, lead and manage the team in its advice on and structuring, drafting, negotiation and finalization of routine and complex business contracts and related matters, such as disputes, in an effective, efficient and time-sensitive manner while advancing the company’s strategy and addressing legal and regulatory risks.
- Provide senior level transaction-related guidance and support for key enterprise initiatives (e.g., Third Party Risk Management, and SOP development and implementation).
- Provide senior level support to design and implement a harmonized enterprise-wide approach to contracting across markets and functions.
- Proactively identify the need for, and lead the creation of, new or improved contract templates for business transactions and contract core principles for critical topics and risks.
- Proactively identify the need for and lead the preparation and delivery of training, written guidance and other aids for internal clients, as well as the development of networks of business unit contract coordinators to support contract facilitation.
- Consistently prioritize significant workload based on business needs and communicate this prioritization and guide team in balancing priorities and overall workload, including load balancing across multiple sub-teams.
- Closely collaborate with attorneys from other practice areas and relevant subject matter experts throughout the company.
- Work cooperatively with peers to leverage and develop the skills and knowledge within the SCT Legal team and the Law Department.
- Authentically lead with character and lead change with agility.
- Maintain an enterprise mindset to achieve results.
- Create an environment of continuous improvement in which the team members are driven to challenge the status quo and exceed expectations.
- Demonstrate full commitment to Bristol Myers Squibb’s mission and values.
Qualifications:
- Law degree from recognized university. Qualification to practice law in New Jersey or ability to obtain a NJ in-house counsel limited license.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in a major law firm and/or in legal function of a major corporation, including through equivalent experience with contracting and transactional matters in an operational or contract management capacity.
- Proven experience successfully managing, developing and leading junior, mid-level and senior attorneys and other legal professionals and managing outside counsel.
- Significant experience drafting and negotiating agreements and developing and maintaining contract templates, tools and guidance for the bio/pharmaceutical or life-sciences industry.
- Preference for significant experience drafting and negotiating and/or leading the drafting and negotiation of routine and complex, novel agreements pertaining to all transactions that support the enabling services, IT or similar organizations of a bio/pharmaceutical or life-science company, including procurement, business, master services agreements and associated statements of work, consulting agreements, business process outsourcing agreements, confidentiality agreements, software licenses and software-as-a-services agreements.
- Working knowledge of life-science/pharmaceutical law, including regulations, rules and laws relating to, anti-kickback, anti-bribery, intellectual property, clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, financial transparency, and data privacy.
- Excellent administrative and organization skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to successfully manage senior management expectations, and can work/operate well with a variety of personalities/capabilities in cross-functional teams and within a matrix environment.
- Creative, thoughtful and practical problem-solving skills.
- High integrity, ability to assess and balance risk, ability to make decisions and think strategically while applying knowledge of applicable legal issues.
- Listens to internal client needs and communicates with clients with confidence and diplomacy, including with senior management.
- Excellent verbal and writing skills and business judgment.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior management.
- Strong business acumen and work ethic.
- Enthusiastic, energetic and self-motivated.
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. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.