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Senior Scientist, Chemistry - Analytical

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Bristol Myers Squibb

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid, Senior & Expert Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You need a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (or equivalent experience), expertise in chromatography, LC-MS, SFC, plus strong communication, problem-solving skills, and experience managing projects and teams.
  • You will set up and maintain LC-MS/SFC instruments, purify products, develop analytical methods, collaborate with the Discovery Chemistry team, and document findings through reports and presentations.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 4+ years of additional research and/or analytical chemistry experience, or MS with 8+ years relevant experience, or BS with 10+ years relevant experience.
  • Strong understanding of analytical and preparative chromatography principles.
  • Experience with purification of chiral and achiral compounds.
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral) and a desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting workflows and processes, instruments, and data management issues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting LC-MS and SFC instruments.
  • Must have a proven record of accomplishment in successful project execution.
  • Experience in setting up purification systems.
  • Experience integrating compound purification and isolation systems with compound management/registration.
  • Experience in managing Open Access instruments.
  • Experience in managing junior chemists and/or contract work.

Responsibilities

  • Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical and preparative LC-MS or SFC instruments.
  • Purify desired products from chemistry reaction crude mixtures (mg-g scale) using LC/MS and SFC technologies.
  • Develop and implement new analytical methods and approaches to address challenging separations.
  • Collaborate with scientists in RayzeBio's Discovery Chemistry team to ensure efficient and effective purification support.
  • Document research activities and present findings clearly through reports and presentations.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of RayzeBio, the company hiring for this position?

RayzeBio is focused on improving the survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes and developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Scientist, Chemistry - Analytical role?

Key responsibilities include setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical and preparative LC-MS or SFC instruments, purifying products from chemistry reaction crude mixtures, developing new analytical methods, collaborating with the Discovery Chemistry team, and documenting research activities.

What educational background is required for this position?

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 4+ years of additional experience, an MS with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a BS with 10+ years of relevant experience.

What specific skills are required for this role?

Required skills include proficiency in operating and troubleshooting LC-MS and SFC instruments, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective written and oral communication skills.

Are there opportunities for career development within the company?

Yes, Bristol Myers Squibb provides opportunities for growth and development through a variety of resources and programs that support employees' goals.

Is experience in managing junior chemists preferred for this role?

Yes, experience in managing junior chemists and/or contract work is preferred.

What type of compensation and benefits does BMS offer for this position?

The starting compensation ranges from $127,212 to $172,110, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities. Benefits include medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care, employee assistance programs, a 401(K), paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement, among others.

What is the work environment like at Bristol Myers Squibb?

The work environment is described as diverse, collaborative, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on balance, flexibility, and inclusivity.

What is the company's stance on COVID-19 vaccinations for employees?

BMS strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and keep up to date with boosters.

How does BMS accommodate employees with disabilities?

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations, and ongoing support in their roles.

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Bristol Myers Squibb

Manufacturing & Electronics
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Employees

Mission & Purpose

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science. That work inspires some of the most interesting, meaningful, and life-changing careers you’ll experience. Join us and pursue innovative ideas alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma, collaborating with a team rich in diversity of experiences, and perspectives. We have built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and are leveraging translational medicine and data analytics to understand how we can deliver the right medicine to the right patient, at the right time, to achieve the best outcome. Whether in a scientific, business or supporting function, a career at BMS means you’ll be inspired every day to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. Here, you’ll be on the cutting edge of powerful innovation in oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis, with colleagues united in the mission to help patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, we also promote health equity and seek to improve health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases and conditions. Our mission is to give new hope to help patients prevail over serious disease – it drives everything we do.