Job DescriptionIn the role as a Senior Associate Scientist, Neuroscience Discovery Biology within the Neuroscience TRC, the ideal candidate will:
- Utilize advanced cellular and biochemical techniques, including human iPSC-derived cells, biochemical assays, transcriptomics, immunoassays, and high-content imaging, to address critical project questions.
- Independently design, execute, and analyze in vitro and ex vivo experiments supporting target validation, mechanism of action studies, and lead optimization for neuroscience programs.
- Contribute to development and optimization of novel assays, in vitro disease models, and translational research approaches.
- Independently generate high-quality data packages and communicate findings to project teams and functional leadership.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including biology, medicinal chemistry, DMPK, translational medicine, computational biology.
- Participate in troubleshooting efforts and propose innovative solutions to overcome scientific and technical challenges.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and scientifically rigorous laboratory environment.
Basic QualificationsBachelor's Degree 4+ years of academic / industry experience
Or Master's Degree 2+ years of academic / industry experience
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials - if this role excites you, but doesn't perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Compensation Overview:Cambridge Crossing: $105,040 - $127,287
The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully - carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Benefits:Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans - including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
How We WorkWhere you work matters - because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.
