Position Summary
The Gene Engineering and Delivery team in the Cell Therapy Thematic Research Center is seeking a highly motivated scientist to advance next-generation cancer immunotherapies through molecular design, viral vector engineering, and gene delivery innovation. This role will focus on designing, cloning, characterizing, and producing viral vector constructs that enable development of CAR T cell therapies. The ideal candidate brings molecular biology experience, hands-on cell culture experience, and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced research environment.
Key Deliverables
Execute molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs for cell therapy applications.
Demonstrate competency in mammalian cell culture, transfection, and transduction of primary T cells.
Develop molecular engineering designs and assays that support gene delivery and viral vector characterization.
Produce viral vectors to enable gene delivery workflows and experimental evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
In the role as an Associate Scientist within the Gene Engineering and Delivery team, the ideal candidate:
Design and clone DNA constructs to support CAR T cell therapy development.
Culture mammalian cell lines for viral vector production, assessment, and gene delivery applications.
Set up and run molecular characterization and cellular assays to evaluate viral vector performance.
Develop new molecular and viral vector characterization assays.
Execute viral vector production and characterization protocols.
Collaborate with team members to assess the technical feasibility of novel gene delivery methods.
Process and analyze data, review results, and communicate conclusions clearly.
Maintain accurate, detailed electronic laboratory notebook records and supporting documentation.
Summarize and present data in group meetings and written reports.
Work cross-functionally to execute and improve experiments and assay performance.
EXPERIENCE
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
B.S./B.A. degree in a scientific discipline and 4+ years of hands-on experience in relevant field of research
Strong molecular biology skills, including molecular assay development, molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs, PCR, RT-PCR, and mRNA and DNA preparation.
Experience with tissue culture techniques, including transfection of mammalian cell lines and transduction of T cells.
Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to design and execute experiments with some supervision
Outstanding written, visual, and oral communication skills
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Compensation Overview:
Seattle - WA: $93,250 - $112,991
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
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Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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On-site Protocol
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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.
