Bristol-Myers Squibb Microbiology Associate Scientist Vacancy 2022
Bristol-Myers Squibb in Syracuse, NY is looking for a remarkable Microbiology Associate Scientist to join our Microbiological Control (MC) Laboratory. As our Associate Scientist, you will support the onsite small-scale commercial manufacturing facility. The Senior Specialist, Associate Scientist conducts routine microbiological laboratory testing of raw materials and products for in-process and release samples in compliance with all applicable methods, procedures, protocols and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the Associate Scientist performs lab analysis of environmental and utility samples and identification of microorganisms according to defined procedures.
Job Title: Microbiology Associate Scientist
Location: Syracuse, New York
Qlty Assurance Methods
Job Id: R1553002
Role Qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related field with minimum of 5-7 years of QC microbiology laboratory or relevant experience; M.S. degree with 0-4 years of relevant experience or combination of education and hands-on micro lab experience.
- Has knowledge of aseptic technique and QC microbiological control testing and procedures, with the application and interpretation of GMP concepts and compendia requirements to daily laboratory operations.
- Possesses technical knowledge and understanding of testing and procedures to contribute to scientific design of studies and is able to analyze, evaluate, and interpret data.
- Able to troubleshoot issues, as it relates to methods and equipment/instrument issues.
- Has the ability to oversee others’ work. Is able to organize, trend, and present data at high-level meetings.
- Has a high level of technical knowledge and understanding of methods, equipment/instruments, and procedures in the work area.
- Demonstrates ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and complete assignments in a timely and compliant manner, with minimal supervision.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to provide leadership and train others in the area of expertise, as assigned.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory analysis of samples, using aseptic technique, following established procedures and in full compliance with official compendia, health authority regulations, and established BMS policies.
- Conduct qualification of methods and/or other laboratory studies, according to scientific protocols.
- Maintains accurate records of work performed and documents results, according to good documentation practices and established procedures as well as perform data entry into LES/LIMS/MODA.
- Assist with review of worksheets or electronic systems, as assigned.
- Assists in the investigation in areas of assigned responsibility.
- Operates and maintains laboratory instruments, while ensuring the reliability of instrumentation through proper maintenance, with ability to troubleshoot minor issues.
- Must analyze, evaluate, and interpret data, notifying clients of results, and assisting to resolve issues, if applicable.
- Identify opportunities for workflow and procedural improvements.
- Promotes quality, safety and health, by ensuring clean work area, and adherence to procedures and safety culture.
- The Associate Scientist must participate and lead continuous improvement using lean principles to assist with streamlining and making the laboratory efficient.
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