Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

We are looking for a highly motivated and self‑driven professional to join our Cell Therapy Analytical Development (CTAD) department as a Senior or Principal Scientist. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing, validating, transferring, and troubleshooting plate‑based assays to advance cell therapy development deliverables.

Position Summary

The highly experienced assay developer will independently develop and execute plate‑based assays to support process development, as well as the characterization and release of autologous and allogenic cell therapies undergoing clinical trials. They will design and analyze experiments with minimal supervision, leading to the development of robust analytical methods. Responsibilities include developing QC methods for lot release testing, characterization methods for product understanding, and routine testing to support process development and comparability assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as subject‑matter expert to develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot assays used for vector and cell therapy products.
• Design and execute phase‑appropriate validation, and manage method transfer from CTAD to internal or external QC / testing groups.
• Maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and manage routine sample analysis requests.
• Represent the group and present data to cross‑functional meetings.
• Author, review, and approve technical documents, including methods, protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Possess good knowledge of cGMP and ICH / FDA / EMEA guidance.
• Facilitate smooth operation of the laboratory, including ordering, assisting in cryopreservation of cellular material, sample management, etc.
• Complete regulatory, site, and department training requirements on a timely basis.

Qualifications & Experience

Compensation Overview

Seattle – WA : $131,820 – $159,732 per annum; additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). Final compensation is determined by demonstrated experience.

Benefits

Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care; wellbeing support; financial protection benefits; paid vacation and sick time; work‑life programs; parental and caregiver leave; employee assistance programs; tuition reimbursement; and a recognition program. For more information, please visit our BMS Careers Site and review the complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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