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The Neuroscience TRC is committed to the development of transformational therapeutics for patients with neurodegenerative, neuromuscular and neurophysiological diseases. A network of external partnerships across neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases and treatment modalities (small molecules, biologics and genetic medicines) supports our ambition to become leaders in neuroscience. Internal research focuses on causal human biology linking the immune system and protein misfolding to neurodegenerative disease, with an emphasis on the application of human -derived cells to study disease mechanisms.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the identification of disease modifying therapies for neurodegenerative, neuro-inflammatory and neuromuscular diseases; approaches to modulate protein clearance and reduce or eliminate toxic protein production; emerging technologies (RNA, DNA targeting) that when matched to underlying causal human biology may deliver a precision medicine portfolio with a high probability of translational success; AI/ML in target identification and neurology drug discovery; neuroimaging and fluid biomarkers to track disease progression and target engagement; novel blood brain-barrier delivery technologies.

Here, you'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. You'll pursue innovative ideas while advancing professionally alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma.

Position Summary:

The Neuroscience Thematic Research Center (Neuro TRC) leverages external collaborations and internal research to establish a diverse portfolio targeting unmet needs in neurodegenerative, neurinflammatory and neuromuscular diseases. The Senior Associate Scientist, Translational Discovery, in collaboration with other members of the Neuro TRC, undertakes design and delivery of translational data packages that enable rapid progression of drug candidates towards clinical proof-of-concept. This position is based in Cambridge, MA, and is primarily a laboratory-based role.

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Work closely with the Director to develop target engagement and biomarker assays for assets in early development.

• Drive biomarker assay qualification with CROs.

• In collaboration with Global Biospecimen Inventory Management, manage TRC specimens for target engagement and biomarker development

• Prepare data packages to support inclusion of target engagement and biomarker data for phase 1 studies.

• Work closely, in collaboration with in-house science teams, on study designs, data analyses, interpretation that support high priority neuro projects/programs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree

• 4+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

• Master's Degree

• 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands on experience in immunoassay and molecular assays (ELISA, Meso-scale discovery, SIMOA, qPCR, dd-PCR, RNAseq, etc.).

• Experience in managing biorepositories

• Proven track record in designing, troubleshooting, analyzing and interpreting data from translational and experimental medicine type studies.

• Experience transferring assay to contract research organizations for analysis in multi-site clinical trials.

• Deep understanding of unmet need and clinical outcome measures used in studies focused on neurodegenerative disorders

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and as a well-integrated member of multidisciplinary drug development teams

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

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Req Number: R1582016

Updated: 2024-06-30 03:46:45.846 UTC

Location: Cambridge-MA

Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.