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Scientist QC Microbiology

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Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands

Bristol Myers Squibb has been active in the Dutch market for over 50 years, employing people across a range of activities and business units in Utrecht, The Netherlands.

The Netherlands is also home to our first European Cell Therapy facility , located at the Leiden Bio Science Park, the largest life sciences cluster of The Netherlands. This new state of the art facility is focused on commercial manufacturing with capabilities for multi-product Cell Therapy manufacturing. You can become part of this exciting journey. Check out this video if you want to know more about it!

The Netherlands has everything it takes to become the medicines hub of Europe, the so-called Boston by the North Sea. As we continue to expand our footprint by building this new site, we are looking to grow our team.

Would you like to become an important chain in our worldwide network to bring this new personalized treatment to patients suffering from blood cancer? Join us and be a game changer!

For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb Netherlands, visit us at bms.com/nl or careers.bms.com/nl

Position Summary

BMS is seeking to recruit a permanent Scientist, QC Microbiology. The Scientist QC Microbiology will act as a subject matter expert in the QC Microbiology organization in the design, implementation and continuous improvement of the systems and processes in support of the development and maintenance of the Leiden CTF contamination control program. This includes the ability to interface with multiple groups, the ability to independently perform tasks, interpret results, troubleshoot, and lead complex investigations and CAPAs. Additionally, the QC Scientist Microbiology also acts as a Subject Matter Expert in supporting facility design/modifications, cleaning and sanitization, the aseptic process simulation (APS) program, operator qualification/requalification, introduction and validation of new technologies/methods, method transfers, microbiology related investigations, and the gowning certification/recertification program. The QC Scientist Microbiology role is stationed in Leiden and reports to the Head of QC Microbiology for the Leiden Cell Therapy Facility.

The unique opportunity at this moment is to be able to focus on a project first and develop in that area as BMS builds its team.

This role is stationed in Leiden and reports to the Director, Associate QC Microbiology.

Key Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert supporting method transfer/verification/ validation and routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples.
• Anticipate and perform complex troubleshooting and problem solving independently.
• Perform data verification, data review and review of GMP documentation for multiple methods (general and complex) and/or products
• Own project, CAPA and deviation/ investigation related tasks and/ or continuous improvement efforts.
• May represent the department in regulatory inspections (internal and external audits).
• Train and mentor others on multiple QC test methods, processes and procedures.
• Cross trained on multiple complex microbiology methods and/or multiple products.
• Author and review/ revise technical documents such as test methods, SOPs, specifications, trend reports and/or sample plans as appropriate. 
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (HLO) or equivalent required, preferably in Science. Advanced degree preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant microbiological testing or QC experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience with microbiology techniques.
• Ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills.
• High problem-solving ability/mentality, technically adept and logical.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and cross-functional peers about task status, roadblocks and needs
• Advanced ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize work from multiple projects.
• Advanced knowledge of LIMS, ELN and laboratory data analysis systems preferred.
• Advanced mentoring, coaching, influencing, negotiating and personnel interaction skills.

If this role 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.

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Why You Should Apply

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
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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