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Associate Scientist - Oncology In Vivo Pharmacology

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You should have a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years in oncology, experience in cell culture, animal handling, surgeries, data analysis, and proficiency in relevant software and lab techniques.
  • You will develop oncology models, execute in vivo experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot issues, evaluate study endpoints, write protocols, present findings, and collaborate with team members.

Requirements

  • Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience with oncology models
  • Experience in mammalian cell culture
  • Experience in the development of syngeneic and xenograft cancer models
  • Proficient in animal handling, dosing (PO, IP, IV, and SC), tumor cell inoculation, data collection and analysis
  • Hands-on experience in small animal surgeries, necropsy and tissue and blood collection
  • Hands-on experience in evaluating small molecules in animal models
  • Experience with small animal imaging modalities (e.g., Xenogen, ultrasound etc.) is a plus.
  • Skilled in Western blots, ELISA, MesoScale, IHC, flow cytometry, RNA/DNA extraction, and PCR
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, and Studylog
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, collaboration, and organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented, focused, and able to deliver high-quality data efficiently

Responsibilities

  • In the role as an Associate Scientist within Pharmacology, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the following
  • Develop disease models for oncology and immune-oncology
  • Independently design and execute in vivo efficacy and PK/PD experiments to identify drug candidates
  • Analyze and interpret data accurately, reporting findings to supervisors and colleagues
  • Troubleshoot routine issues and recommend solutions
  • Evaluate endpoints from in vivo studies using Western blots, mesoscale, qPCR, etc.
  • Write precise protocols and technical reports
  • Present data to multidisciplinary discovery teams
  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Protein Homeostasis Thematic Research Center (TRC) at BMS?

The TRC focuses on exploiting BMS' expertise in protein degradation to discover and develop therapies aimed at tumor intrinsic vulnerabilities and mechanisms of resistance to existing cancer therapeutics.

What key responsibilities does the Associate Scientist have in this role?

The Associate Scientist is responsible for developing disease models, independently designing and executing in vivo efficacy and PK/PD experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, troubleshooting routine issues, writing reports, and collaborating with cross-functional team members.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Associate Scientist position?

A Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of academic and/or industry experience are required. Experience in oncology models, mammalian cell culture, and small animal surgeries is preferred.

Is hands-on experience in evaluating small molecules in animal models necessary for this position?

Yes, hands-on experience in evaluating small molecules in animal models is listed as a preferred qualification for this role.

What skills are essential for the Associate Scientist position?

Strong communication, self-motivation, innovation, flexibility, teamwork, and technical expertise in pharmacology and drug discovery are essential for this role.

What types of assays will the Associate Scientist be expected to execute?

The Associate Scientist will conduct sample and endpoint analyses using techniques such as ELISA, Western blotting, qPCR, IHC, and flow cytometry.

What types of animal models will the candidate work with?

The candidate will be involved with developing syngeneic and xenograft cancer models for oncology and immune-oncology.

Are there opportunities for growth and career advancements at BMS?

Yes, BMS offers opportunities for growth and career advancement through unique work experiences and collaboration with high-achieving teams.

What is the starting compensation range for this position?

The starting compensation range for this role is between $93,230 and $112,970.

What benefits does BMS offer its employees?

BMS offers a variety of benefits including health coverage, wellbeing support programs, financial well-being protection, paid time off, and additional work-life benefits.

Is training or skill development provided for new employees in this role?

While specific training programs are not mentioned, BMS emphasizes a supportive culture that promotes professional development and collaboration, suggesting opportunities for skill development may be available.

How does BMS accommodate employees with disabilities?

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations, and ongoing support in their roles.

Will I need to work on-site for this position?

Yes, this role is classified as site-by-design, which requires an onsite presence of at least 50% to facilitate collaboration and productivity.

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Mission & Purpose

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science. That work inspires some of the most interesting, meaningful, and life-changing careers you’ll experience. Join us and pursue innovative ideas alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma, collaborating with a team rich in diversity of experiences, and perspectives. We have built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and are leveraging translational medicine and data analytics to understand how we can deliver the right medicine to the right patient, at the right time, to achieve the best outcome. Whether in a scientific, business or supporting function, a career at BMS means you’ll be inspired every day to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. Here, you’ll be on the cutting edge of powerful innovation in oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis, with colleagues united in the mission to help patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, we also promote health equity and seek to improve health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases and conditions. Our mission is to give new hope to help patients prevail over serious disease – it drives everything we do.